[Chant] (Camidge 12234)

Composer: Matthew Camidge

Matthew Camidge (25 May 1758 - 23 Oct 1844 in York) was a well-known local musician in Northern England, famous for his organ playing and conducting oratorios. His compositions are solid in craftsmanship though quite conservative. He was the son of John Camdige,who was also an organist and composer and Elizabeth Camidge. After some time as a chorister of the Chapel Royal under James Nares, Matthew returned to York where he lived the rest of his life. He served as his father's assistant and in 1799 he succeeded his father as organist of York Minster. He played an active part in the musical life of York, appearing as a soloist in piano and organ concertos and promoting music festivals in York Minster. After Matthew retired in 1842, his son… Go to person page >

Tune Information

Title: [Chant] (Camidge 12234)
Composer: Matthew Camidge
Incipit: 12234 51765 54534
Key: e minor or modal
Copyright: Public Domain

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The Hymnal 1982 #S238

The Irish Presbyterian Hymnbook #T193

Include 17 pre-1979 instances
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