George Cooper (organist)
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George Cooper was an English organist
and music educator. Born in Lambeth, Cooper was the son of organist George Cooper, Sr. He succeeded his father as assistant organist at St Paul's Cathedral
in 1838; having already substituted for his father periodically since 1831. He remained in that position for the rest of his life, also serving concurrently as organist at a variety of other smaller churches. From 1867 until his death 9 years later he was the organist at the Chapel Royal, St. James's. His students included Canadian organist Romain-Octave Pelletier I
; English organists Edmund Chipp, Langdon Colborne
, and Henry Willis
; and English conductor Henry Wood
.
Organist
An organist is a musician who plays any type of organ. An organist may play solo organ works, play with an ensemble or orchestra, or accompany one or more singers or instrumental soloists...
and music educator. Born in Lambeth, Cooper was the son of organist George Cooper, Sr. He succeeded his father as assistant organist at St Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Cathedral, London, is a Church of England cathedral and seat of the Bishop of London. Its dedication to Paul the Apostle dates back to the original church on this site, founded in AD 604. St Paul's sits at the top of Ludgate Hill, the highest point in the City of London, and is the mother...
in 1838; having already substituted for his father periodically since 1831. He remained in that position for the rest of his life, also serving concurrently as organist at a variety of other smaller churches. From 1867 until his death 9 years later he was the organist at the Chapel Royal, St. James's. His students included Canadian organist Romain-Octave Pelletier I
Romain-Octave Pelletier I
Romain-Octave Pelletier I was a Canadian organist, pianist, composer, writer on music, and music educator.-Early life and career:...
; English organists Edmund Chipp, Langdon Colborne
Langdon Colborne
Langdon Colbourne was an cathedral organist, who served at Hereford Cathedral.-Background:Langdon Colbourne was born on 15 September 1835 in Hackney London.He studied organ under George Cooper.-Career:Organist of:*St...
, and Henry Willis
Henry Willis
Henry Willis was a British organ player and builder, who is regarded as the foremost organ builder of the Victorian era.-Early Life and work:...
; and English conductor Henry Wood
Henry Wood
Henry Wood was a British conductor.Henry Wood may also refer to:* Henry C. Wood , American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient* Henry Wood , English cricketer...
.