Oscar Straus
Oscar Straus · Arts & Literature
Operetta composer
1870, Vienna, Austria — 1954, Bad Ischl, Austria
Austria · France · United States
Oscar Straus is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Operetta composer
Oscar Straus was an Austrian composer of Jewish heritage who became one of the leading masters of Viennese operetta, best known for 'A Waltz Dream' and 'The Chocolate Soldier'. Persecuted as a Jew under Nazism, he emigrated to France and the United States before returning to Austria after the war. He also composed for early sound cinema, winning acclaim in Hollywood.
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Operetta composer
Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music
