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Rossini Vrionides

1896 – 1943

American actress, composer, organist and violinist

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Lived 1896 – 1943 (aged 47). Rossini Vrionides was an American classical composer, actor, organist and violinist.

Rossini Waugh Stewart Vrionides (June 25, 1896 – November 25, 1943) was an American actress, composer, organist and violinist. She performed in vaudeville and on stage under the name "Gypsy Rossini."

Rossini was born in Tipton, Indiana, to James and Eva (Overman) Waugh. She was playing the lead in the play "Running for Governor" at McVickers Theatre in Chicago when she met Cal Stewart. They married in New York on July 6, 1914.

Rossini and her brother and sister toured and appeared in vaudeville with Stewart. Rossini played the role of Aunt Nancy in his popular "Uncle Josh" shows. She also played violin as Gypsy Rossini, accompanied by her sister Marjorie on piano.

Stewart died in 1919. Rossini continued performing and gave organ and violin lessons. She taught violin at St. Joseph's Academy in Tipton for several years, before marrying conductor Christos Vrionides on April 19, 1933. based on text by Walt Whitman and published by M. Baron. The best known pieces in the cycle are Out of the Rolling Ocean the Crowd and Washington's Monument.

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Who was Rossini Vrionides?

American actress, composer, organist and violinist

When was Rossini Vrionides born?

Rossini Vrionides was born on 25 June 1896 in Tipton.

When did Rossini Vrionides die?

Rossini Vrionides died on 25 November 1943 in New York City.

What was Rossini Vrionides's occupation?

Rossini Vrionides was a classical composer, actor, organist and violinist.

What nationality was Rossini Vrionides?

Rossini Vrionides was American.

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· Wikipedia: Rossini Vrionides

· Wikidata: Q104918207

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