Theodore F. Morse

Theodore F. Morse (April 13, 1873 – May 25, 1924) was an American composer of popular songs.

Theodore F. Morse
Born(1873-04-13)April 13, 1873
Washington, D.C.
DiedMay 25, 1924(1924-05-25) (aged 51)
New York City
EducationMaryland Military & Naval Academy
OccupationComposer
Spouse(s)Theodora Morse

Biography

Born in Washington, D.C., Morse was educated at the Maryland Military & Naval Academy. He went on to study both violin and piano. He and his wife, Theodora Morse, became a successful songwriting team for Tin Pan Alley. Listed as Terriss & Morse, they were one of the earliest Tin Pan Alley husband-wife songwriting teams.[1]

Morse died from pneumonia in New York City on May 25, 1924.[2]

Partial list of songs

(all music by him only unless when stated otherwise)

References
  1. "Dorothy Terriss (lyricist) - Discography of American Historical Recordings". Adp.library.ucsb.edu. Retrieved April 19, 2019.
  2. "Broadway Song Writer Dies Just Before His Pals Plan Surprise". The Binghamton Press. New York. Associated Press. May 27, 1924. p. 9. Retrieved March 11, 2020 – via Newspapers.com.
  3. Parker, Bernard S. (2007). World War I Sheet Music - Volume 1. Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland & Company, Inc. pp. 198, 209, 267, 422, 438. ISBN 0-7864-2798-1.
  4. Parker, Bernard S. (2007). World War I Sheet Music - Volume 2. Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland & Company, Inc. pp. 502, 593, 700, 762, 773, 775. ISBN 0-7864-2799-X.
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