Joseph Ascher (4 June 1829 – 4 June 1869) was a Dutch-Jewish composer and pianist.
He was born in Groningen, the son of the chazzan of the city, who went on to become a cantor in London. Ascher started his music studies in London. He continued his studies at the Music Academy of Leipzig, with Ignaz Moscheles as his teacher.
His gift as performing piano player was recognized by the Empress Eugénie of France, who asked him to become her court piani...
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Date of birth:
- Jun 4, 1829
Date of death:
- Jun 4, 1869 (age 40 years)
