About Robert Hermann
Lived 1869 – 1912 (aged 43). Robert Hermann was a Swiss composer.
Robert Hermann (1869–1912) was a Swiss composer, born at Bern. He studied music at the Frankfurt Conservatory in 1891, and with Engelbert Humperdinck (1893–94). In 1895 the Berlin Philharmonic premiered his Symphony in C, and much of his further career was spent in Germany. His works include pieces for violin and piano, songs, a concert overture in D minor, a piano quartet, a piano trio, a violin sonata, etc.
In 2009 Sterling Records released a recording of Hermann's 2 symphonies conducted by Christopher Fifield.
Don’t just read it —
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download · yours to keep · every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
People in Robert Hermann's life
Named in this biography and alive at the same time
Contemporaries
People whose lives overlapped Robert Hermann's
Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Hermann?
Swiss composer (1869-1912)
When was Robert Hermann born?
Robert Hermann was born on 29 April 1869 in Bern.
When did Robert Hermann die?
Robert Hermann died on 22 October 1912.
What was Robert Hermann's occupation?
Robert Hermann was a composer.
What nationality was Robert Hermann?
Robert Hermann was Swiss.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Hermann (composer)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Hermann. https://biography.guide/robert-hermann-composer/
MLA: "Robert Hermann." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/robert-hermann-composer/.
Chicago: "Robert Hermann." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/robert-hermann-composer/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-20 · Spot an error? Report a correction.
Page generated 2026-09-27 05:01 UTC