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Biographical dictionary of musicians : with a bibliography of English writings on music, 1886
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1Concerto, Pf. and orch., op. 37; Sonatas, op. 38-39; Studies, op. 40; Sonatas, opp. 41 to 44; Duet, Pf. and harp., op. 45; Sonatas, op. 46-47; Concerto, Pf. and orch., in C minor, op. 48; Three Sonatas, op. 49; Duet, op. 50; Concerto, Pf. and orch., in E flat, op. 51; Duet, Pf. and harp, op. 52; Sonata, op. 53; Nocturne, op. 54; "Dulce et Utile," op. 55; Concerto, Pf. and orch., op. 56; Sonatas, opp. 57 to 59; Bravura, op. 60; Quintet, Pf., violin, viola, 'cello, and d.-bass, op. 61; Sonatas, opp. 62-63. Method for the Pianoforte, in 5 parts, 1846.
3The didactic works of Cramer have a permanent value for the student, as well as an artistic interest for the musician. The general style of his compositions is in the manner of Mozart; but he carried the capabilities of the Pianoforte to a higher degree of perfection than any of his predecessors. The melodiousness of a great number of his compositions still gains for them a considerable share of attention.
5CRAMER (Wilhelm). German violinist and cond., B. Mannheim, 1745. Settled in London, 1772. Début as violinist, 1773. Leader at the Opera, Ancient and Professional Concerts, etc. Leader of Handel Festivals of 1784-87. D. London, Oct. 5, 1799. Father of Franz and Johann B. Cramer.
7No compositions of any importance have been published by this musician, who was one of the finest violinists of his time.
9CRAMER AND COMPANY. English music-publishing firm, established in London by J. B. Cramer in 1828, and carried on to the present day by different partners. They published large works by Crotch, Balfe, Benedict, Barnett, Wallace, and numerous smaller pieces by the same composer, with Neukomm, Döhler, Moscheles, Thalberg, Horsley, Callcott, etc., etc.
11CRAMPTON (Thomas). English org., comp., and editor, B. Sheerness, 1817. Has edited several collections of choral music, and composed anthems, glees, and instrumental music. He was made purchaser of music to the British Museum in 1875. Editor of "Pitman's Musical Monthly." D. Chiswick, April 13, 1885.
13CRANFORD (William). English comp. Was one of the chor. of St. Paul's Cath., London, in 1650. He composed rounds, catches, and songs printed in the collections of Hilton, Playford, etc.
15CRANG AND HANCOCK. English firm of organ-builders, established towards close of last century. Their operations extend over some years of the present century.
17CRASKE (George). English violin-maker of the 19th century, who put forth a great quantity of instruments of moderate quality.
19CRAVEN (J. T.) English writer and teacher, author of "The Child's First Singing Book," Lond., n.d.; "The Child's First Music Book, or Introduction to the Art of Playing the Pianoforte," Lond., n.d.
21CRECQUILLON (Thomas). Belgian comp. and org., flourished during 1520-60. Chap.-master to Charles V. of Spain. He composed masses, motets, psalms, hymns, etc.
23"His French songs, for four, five, and six voices, are numerous, and form valuable portions of the different collections of Chansons published in the Low Countries."—Busby.
25CRESCENTINI (Girolamo). Italian soprano vocalist and teacher, B. near Urbino, 1766. S. under Gibelli. Début at Rome, 1783. Appeared in London, 1786. Sang throughout Europe, 1786-1816. D. Naples, 1846.
27His works consist of vocal exercises, which are still in use.
29CRESSONNOIS (Jules Alfred). French comp., B. Mortagne, Orne, April 17, 1823. S. under Kastner. Comp. "Chapelle d' Bachaumont," operetta, 1858. Military music, Pf. music, songs, etc.
31CREYGHTON (Robert.) English divine and comp., B. Cambridge, 1639. Prof. of Greek in University of Cambridge, 1662. Canon Residentiary and Precentor of Wells cath., 1674. D.D. [1736]. D. Wells 1736.
33WORKS.—Services in E flat and B flat; Anthems, various, etc, one of two readings
34Works.—Services in E flat and B flat; Anthems, various, etc, one of two readings
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