Rudolf Friml

Biography

Rudolf Friml, born in Prague, was a composer whose operettas such as "Rose-Marie" and "The Vagabond King" bewitched audiences with their lyrical romance and sweeping orchestration. His lush scores brought European elegance to Broadway and helped establish the popularity of the musical theater form.

After emigrating to America, he continued to create music for the stage and later films, always maintaining a heartfelt sense of drama and melody that spoke to generations of listeners.