Ludwig van Beethoven

Ludwig van Beethoven

Brother Ludwig van Beethoven December 17th 1770 – March 26th 1827 Considered to be one of the most influential composers of all time. In String Quartet #7 Beethoven interestingly wrote “A weeping willow or acacia tree on my brother’s grave”...
John James Audubon

John James Audubon

Brother John James Audubon April 26th 1785 – January 27th 1851 In 1905, the National Audubon Society was incorporated and named in his honor. Its mission “is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on...
Harry Houdini

Harry Houdini

Brother Harry Houdini March 24th 1874 – October 31st 1926 Member of: St. Cecile Lodge No. 568, New York, New York an American illusionist and stunt performer, noted for his sensational escape acts. He first attracted notice in vaudeville in the US and then as...
Thomas Crawford

Thomas Crawford

Brother Thomas Crawford March 22st 1814 – October 10th 1857 American sculptor who is best known for his numerous artistic contributions to the United States Capitol. Thomas Crawford Wikipedia...
Felix Mendelssohn

Felix Mendelssohn

Brother Felix Mendelssohn February 3rd 1809 –  November 4th 1847 German composer, pianist, organist and conductor of the early Romantic period. Felix Mendelssohn Wikipedia...