Leo Smith
English Canadian cellist, composer and music writer
About Leo Smith
Lived 1881 – 1952 (aged 70). Leo Smith was a Canadian and British composer, music educator, music critic, cellist and journalist.
Joseph Leopold Smith (26 November 1881 – 18 April 1952) was an English composer, writer, music critic, music educator, and cellist who was primarily active in Canada. His compositional output consists of works for cello, piano, choir and orchestra (most notably An Ancient Song and A Summer Idyll) and a considerable amount of chamber music (most notably String Quartet in D, Sonata in E Minor and A Horse Race Ballad).
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Leo Smith?
English Canadian cellist, composer and music writer (1881–1952)
When was Leo Smith born?
Leo Smith was born on 26 November 1881 in Birmingham.
When did Leo Smith die?
Leo Smith died on 18 April 1952 in Toronto.
What was Leo Smith's occupation?
Leo Smith was a composer, music educator, music critic, cellist and journalist.
What nationality was Leo Smith?
Leo Smith was Canadian and British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Leo Smith (composer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Leo Smith. https://biography.guide/leo-smith-composer/
MLA: "Leo Smith." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/leo-smith-composer/.
Chicago: "Leo Smith." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/leo-smith-composer/.
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