Charles Griffes

When Charles Griffes returned to the USA in September 1907, Charles Griffes had already composed several songs and a symphonische Phantasia for orchestra. At the time, Griffes become director of the music department of Hackley School in Tarrytown , New York. He kept this post until he died in 1920. An excellent teacher , Griffes was held in high esteem by his Colleagues. He spent most of his time composing and promoting his work each summer in New York city.