- Miles, R. E
[E] Miles, R. E., bass vocalist, born in Roch-
ester, May 24, 1857. At the age of nine,
entered the Cathedral as a chorister, remain-
ing there five years. Then for a time was
tutor and musical instructor in the family of
Captain Malcolm, R.E. Afterwards entered
R.A.M., as a pupil of Alberto Randegger. In
1881, appointed choirmaster of St. Mark's,
Lewisham ; and in 1886, elected to the choir
of St. Paul's Cathedral, both of which positions
he still retains. Appointed by Sir G. A.
Macfarren, professor of singing, R.A.M., 1884.
Professor, Guildhall School, 1896. Has sung
in oratorio at the principal concerts ; at the
Crystal Palace, and Royal Albert Hall, etc.,
and is a successful teacher of singing. Of
his compositions, church services, and many
songs are in MS., but he has published a few
songs. The Stars are with the voyager, The
language of the heart, etc. ; also a leaflet,
" How to Sing a Song."entry id: 280-R-22
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