Background
Confrey, Edward Elzear was born on April 3, 1895 in Peru, Illinois, United States. Son of Thomas J. and Margaret (Brown) Confrey.
Confrey, Edward Elzear was born on April 3, 1895 in Peru, Illinois, United States. Son of Thomas J. and Margaret (Brown) Confrey.
Student Chicago Musical College, 1911-1912.
Writings have appeared chiefly under pseudonym, ZEZ. Toured United States with own orchestra. Made numerous recordings for Victor, Q.R.S. Compositions include: Kitten on the Keys, 1921.
Stumbling, 1921. Dizzy Fingers, 1923. (song) Sittin’ on a Log, 1935.
Concert Etude, 1930; (miniature opera) Thanksgiving (libretto and music), 1947.
Four Candy Pieces. Globetrotter Suite. Tin Pan Symphony. Author: Musical Alphabet Rymes: Boomerang Suite, Three Little Oddities.
Buffoon; Dancing Shadow.
Valse Mirage.
Married Wilhelmina Beaumont Matthes, March 15, 1932. Children: Paul, Thomas.