Geddes, Anne Catherine Roberta (Harvey)

  • From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: See full biography at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roberta_Geddes-Harvey
  • Wiki Biography:
    • Anne Catherine Roberta Geddes-Harvey (née Geddes; 25 December 1849 – 22 April 1930) was a Canadian organist, choirmaster and composer.
    • Roberta Geddes was born in Hamilton, Ontario, and studied music with Arthur E. Fisher, Humfrey Anger and Edward Fisher, graduating with a Bachelor of Music degree from Trinity College, Toronto, in 1899.
    • Geddes-Harvey wrote hymns, anthems, songs, and instrumental works bearing copyright dates from 1897 to 1919. Selected works include:
    • La Terre Bonne (The Land of the Maple Leaf) libretto by A. Klugh (lost)
    • The Old Boys Welcome, single remaining song from La Terre Bonne
    • Salvator, oratorio to words from the scriptures.
  • Great Granddaughter of Proven Loyalist listed in Loyalist Directory – https://uelac.ca/loyalist-directory/detail/?wpda_search_column_id=11586
  • Find a GRAVE: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/220403326/annie_catharine_roberta-harvey