About Clara Mannes
Lived 1869 – 1947 (aged 77). Clara Mannes was an American pianist and musician.
Clara Mannes (née Damrosch; 12 December 1869 – 16 March 1948) was a German-born American musician and music educator. She and her brother Frank Damrosch also taught at the Veltin School for Girls in Manhattan. With her husband, David Mannes, she founded the David Mannes Music School in 1916, now known as the Mannes School of Music at the New School.
Mannes was born in Breslau. Her mother, Helene von Heimburg, was a former opera singer, and her father was conductor Leopold Damrosch. Her siblings were conductors Frank Damrosch and Walter Damrosch. Her parents were Lutheran (her paternal grandfather was Jewish). Her children were musician Leopold Mannes and author Marya Mannes.
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Who was Clara Mannes?
German-born American musician and music educator
When was Clara Mannes born?
Clara Mannes was born on 12 December 1869 in Wrocław.
When did Clara Mannes die?
Clara Mannes died on 16 March 1947 in New York City.
What was Clara Mannes's occupation?
Clara Mannes was a pianist and musician.
What nationality was Clara Mannes?
Clara Mannes was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Clara Mannes. https://biography.guide/clara-mannes/
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