History of Edna Alexander (composer) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 14, 2025

Edna Belle Alexander (1892–1972) was an American soprano and composer who published music under the pseudonym Alex Belledna. She was a singer and songwriter.

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November 1911: Marriage to William Beach

In November 1911, Edna Alexander married William Beach at her parents' home in Highland Park, Iowa.

1911: Graduation from North Des Moines High School

In 1911, Edna Alexander graduated from North Des Moines High School.

1916: Death of Edna Alexander's mother

In 1916, Mary Ann (née Hamilton) Alexander, Edna Alexander's mother, passed away.

1917: Marriage to Maceo Pinkard

In 1917, Alexander married fellow musician and songwriter Maceo Pinkard.

1920: Composition of "It's Right Here for You (If You Don't Get It—Tain't No Fault of Mine)"

In 1920, under the pseudonym "Alex Belledna", Edna Alexander co-wrote the song "It's Right Here for You (If You Don't Get It—Tain't No Fault of Mine)" with lyricist Marion Dickerson, which was featured on the 1920 record Crazy Blues.

May 14, 1929: Opening of 'Pansy' on Broadway

On May 14, 1929, the musical novelty show "Pansy," co-created by Alexander and her husband, opened on Broadway at the Belmont Theatre.

May 16, 1929: Closing of 'Pansy' on Broadway

On May 16, 1929, just two days after its debut, the musical novelty show "Pansy," co-created by Alexander and her husband, closed on Broadway due to an unfavorable reception.