Harry Burleigh Musical artist

Henry "Harry" Thacker Burleigh (December 2, 1866 – September 12, 1949), a baritone, was an African-American classical composer, arranger, and professional singer. He was the first black composer to be instrumental in the development of a characteristically American music and he helped to make black music available to classically trained artists both by introducing them to the music and by arranging the music in a more classical form.

Personal facts

Birth date	December 02, 1866
Birth place	Pennsylvania , Erie Pennsylvania , United States
Date of death	September 12, 1949
Place of death	New York City , United States , New York
Hometown	New York City