Olin Downes
American music critic (1886-1955) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 69
Edwin Olin Downes, better known as Olin Downes, was an American music critic, known as "Sibelius's Apostle" for his championship of the music of Jean Sibelius. As critic of The New York Times, he exercised considerable influence on musical opinion, although many of his judgments have not stood the test of time.
Olin Downes is read about 5 times a day, in 6 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 19 August 2026
The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 60 days, one point a day.
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About this person
Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1886 to 1955 · aged 69
