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Joseph Douglass, a concert violinist, was one of the first African-American performers to be nationally and internationally renowned. His influence came at an early age from his father and grandfather, famous abolitionist Frederick Douglass, who were both amateur violin players.
Feb 1, 2018 · Joseph Douglass was the favorite grandson of prominent American abolitionist, author and orator, Frederick Douglass. Joseph Douglass had a career in classical music that spanned more than three decades. He was the first black violinist to be engaged on an international tour.
Aug 15, 2013 · Joseph Douglass, grandson of Frederick Douglass, was the first nationally-known black concert violinist. His interest in music stemmed from his father and grandfather, both of which played the violin. Douglass was also the first black violinist to tour the world as a performer.
Jul 6, 2022 · Inspired by his grandfather, Frederick Douglass, world-renowned violinist Joseph Henry Douglass used music and education to empower young Black people during the Jim Crow era.
Feb 16, 2024 · Between touring he was a conductor at Howard University, many other Black institutions, churches, and made regular appearances at the White House, playing for Presidents William McKinley, Theodore Roosevelt, and William Taft. Joseph Douglass passed away December 7, 1935 from pneumonia.
Aug 25, 2015 · Joseph Douglass (1871–1935) was a groundbreaking African-American concert violinist. He was the grandson of abolitionist Frederick Douglas; and was widely viewed as Douglass's favorite grandchild.
Dec 7, 2021 · Some have described Joseph Douglass, the grandson of Frederick, as the world’s first famous Black American violinist.
