Carus, Emma
(1879–1927)> PERFORMER
Emma Carus Performer Berlin, Germany, March 18, 1879; New York City, November 19, 1927. Drama critic Amy Leslie wrote, “Emma Carus is about the only one of the big-time singers who has a cultivated and genuine voice. It is a sweet contralto voice with excellent mezzo register and she uses it well.” Carus was discovered by songwriter Monroe H. Rosenfeld , and her first song success was his “Take Back Your Gold” (1897). Appearing on the vaudeville stage, Carus was known for her comic re-creations…