Katherine K. Davis

American composer, pianist, & composer of famous Christmas carol "Carol Of The Drum (The Little Drummer Boy)".

Born June 25, 1892 in St. Joseph, Missouri, USA.

Died April 20, 1980 in Littleton, Massachusetts, USA.

Davis was also a teacher. She taught at Wellesley and in private schools in Philadelphia and Concord, and was a freelance editor and arranger.

[a=Harry Simeone] & [a=Henry Onorati] added lyrics & title to her composition, including "The Little Drummer Boy" title.