- Packer, Charles Sandys
[E] Packer, Charles Sandys, organist and
composer, born in 1810 ; died at Reading in
September, 1883. Student, Associate, and
Hon. Member, R.A.M. In 1839 he was tried
and condemned for forgery. While a student
he wrote an Italian sacred drama, " La Morte
d'Abele," and some vocal scenas. He was a
composer of much ability, and his lament-
able fall put an end to a career of more than
ordinary promise.entry id: 306-R-17