Christine Asdurian (born Armenia; February 17, 1893 – April 29, 1963) was an American pianist who composed the music to the University of Miami Alma Mater in 1926, (lyrics by William Seth Lampe).
Bowman F. Ashe, The University of Miami’s first president, was known to recruit her to perform in civic functions and donor appreciation events.
[5] At age 3, Asdurian traveled with her father, a clergyman, to the United States; he died soon after.
[10] In 1924 and 1925, Asdurian was a staff pianist for Gimbels, a department store chain, performing throughout the New York tri-state area for a recurring broadcast radio show on WEAF, WGBS, and WMCA.
[15] After attending the University of Miami, Asdurian returned to the New York area in 1928 and resumed her live radio performances until 1931.