The Life Of Sir Herbert Stanley Oakeley

By Edward Murray Oakeley

Book Overview

The Life of Sir Herbert Stanley Oakeley is a biography written by Edward Murray Oakeley about his father, Sir Herbert Stanley Oakeley. Sir Herbert was a prominent English musician and composer who lived from 1830 to 1903. He was the organist and choirmaster at Westminster Abbey, where he played a significant role in the music of the church.The book provides a comprehensive account of Sir Herbert's life, from his childhood and early musical education to his rise to fame as a composer and conductor. It explores his relationships with other musicians and his contributions to the world of music, including his compositions for the church and his work as a music educator.The biography also delves into Sir Herbert's personal life, including his marriage and family, and his struggles with illness and financial difficulties. It provides a detailed look at the social and cultural context of his life, including the musical scene in Victorian England.Overall, The Life of Sir Herbert Stanley Oakeley is a richly detailed and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of England's most prominent musicians.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163274208
• ISBN13: 9781163274200
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"