Busch, Carl, 1862-1943

Robert Russell Bennett was an American composer, orchestrator and conductor.

From the guide to the Robert Russell Bennett papers, 1911-1981, (Music Library)

Carl Busch (1862 -1943) was a Danish born conductor, composer, educator and collector of music instruments.�?  During his distinguished career, he served as the conductor of the Kansas City Symphony Orchestra and was knighted by the King of Denmark for his efforts to promote Scandinavian music in the United States. He composed works within numerous genres including choral, orchestral, wind band and chamber music.�?  Mr. Busch served as guest conductor for major symphony orchestras in the United States, Europe and Scandinavia.

From the guide to the Carl Busch Papers and Music Instrument Collection, ca. 1833-1924, (The Sousa Archives and Center for American Music)