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Posthumous Publication
- When
- 1864
- Where
- Publication context
The song 'Beautiful Dreamer' was published in 1864, after Foster's death, cementing his legacy as a major American composer.
One of Foster's best-loved works, 'Beautiful Dreamer', was posthumously published in 1864. This publication occurred after his death, highlighting the continued relevance of his work despite his passing.
Sources
- Stephen Foster Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-01
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