Marion Bauer was born on August 15, 1882.
Marion Eugénie Bauer was born on August 15, 1882, in Walla Walla, Washington. As the youngest child in a Jewish family that valued music and education, she grew up in an environment that nurtured her artistic talents.
Bauer's early experiences and familial support influenced her future career as a composer and educator. Her education and experiences in diverse cultural settings, such as studying in Europe, were pivotal in shaping her perspective and contributions to American modern music.