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English organist, who served at the St Paul's Cathedral
John Jones (organist)
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English organist, who served at the St Paul's Cathedral
Gender:
Male
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Birth:
1 January 1728
Death:
1 January 1796
The details
Biography
Introduction
John Jones (1728–1796) was an English organist, who served at the St Paul's Cathedral.
Background
He was a chorister of St. Paul's Cathedral under Maurice Greene.
He was a composer of two volumes of harpsichord lessons, as well as some of the earliest Anglican psalm chants.
He married Sarah Chawner at Sudbury, Derbyshire.
He was buried in the chapel of Charterhouse London.
Career
Organist of:
- Temple Church for Middle Temple 1749–1796
- Charterhouse London 1753–1796
- St Paul's Cathedral 1755–1796
| Cultural offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by James Vincent | Organist of Temple Church for Middle Temple 1749-1796 | Succeeded by Emily Dowding |
| Preceded by Maurice Greene | Organist and Master of the Choristers of St Paul's Cathedral 1755-1796 | Succeeded by Thomas Attwood |