Ethelbert Nevin

1862–1901 (age 39)

Composer

Biography

Ethelbert Nevin brought lyrical sensitivity to the American musical landscape, composing works that captured the elegance and wistful grace of his era. His melodies, celebrated for their refined charm and emotional resonance, earned him a place among the beloved composers of his time.

Though he passed in 1901, Nevin's art endured, offering solace to listeners and sustaining his memory at Sewickley Cemetery where admirers can reflect on the beauty he created.