Sir Donald Francis Tovey (1875-1940)
Born: 17 July 1875
Baptism: 14 August 1875, St John’s Church, Eton
Education: Balliol College, Oxford
Occupation: Musicologist, pianist, composer
Reid Chair of Music, Edinburgh University
Marriage: 1) April 1916 Margaret Cameron
2) 1925 Clara Wallace
Death: 10 July 1940
Burial:
Donald was younger brother to Duncan Tovey. A letter written by Donald to Duncan shortly before his death suggests that they were close and very supportive of each other.
Much has been written about Donald Francis, whose musical talent was recognised very early on by the rather daunting figure of Miss Sophie Weisse. Material concerning Donald is widely available . His personal music collection and papers are held by Edinburgh University.
Much has been written about Donald Francis, whose musical talent was recognised very early on by the rather daunting figure of Miss Sophie Weisse. Material concerning Donald is widely available . His personal music collection and papers are held by Edinburgh University.