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Composer

Birth

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1799

Death

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1885

 

Charles Henry Purday was a British composer and pianist who lived from 1799 to 1885. He was born in London, England, and showed an early interest in music. His father was a musician, and Purday began studying the piano at a young age. He also showed an aptitude for composition, and began writing his own music as a teenager. Purday's musical education continued at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he studied under the renowned composer and pianist Johann Nepomuk Hummel. He also studied with the composer and conductor William Crotch, and the pianist and composer Ignaz Moscheles. Purday was a talented student, and he quickly gained a reputation as a skilled pianist and composer. After completing his studies, Purday began performing as a pianist and composer in London. He played in concerts and recitals, and his compositions were well-received by audiences and critics alike. He also began teaching music, and he became a respected music educator in London. Purday's compositions were influenced by the classical music of his time, particularly the works of Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert. He wrote music in a variety of genres, including piano music, chamber music, and orchestral music. His piano music was particularly popular, and he wrote a number of sonatas, variations, and other pieces for the instrument. One of Purday's most famous works is his Piano Sonata No. 1 in C minor, which he composed in 1820. The sonata is a dramatic and powerful work, with a dark and brooding opening movement that gives way to a lyrical and expressive second movement. The third movement is a lively and energetic scherzo, while the final movement is a virtuosic and triumphant finale. Another notable work by Purday is his String Quartet No. 1 in D major, which he composed in 1825. The quartet is a charming and elegant work, with a sunny and cheerful opening movement that is followed by a lyrical and expressive second movement. The third movement is a lively and playful scherzo, while the final movement is a joyful and exuberant finale. In addition to his compositions, Purday was also known for his arrangements of other composers' works. He arranged a number of Mozart's piano sonatas for the piano and published them under his own name. He also arranged works by Beethoven, Schubert, and other composers. Purday's career as a composer and pianist continued for many years, and he remained active in the London music scene until his death in 1885. He was a respected and influential figure in British classical music, and his compositions continue to be performed and enjoyed today.

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