The British Musical Biography

[E] Paine, Robert Parker, composer, born
at Sandgate, Kent, November 15, 1823.
Musical from childhood, he had to pursue his
studies under difficulties, and is practically
self taught in composition. His friend, C.
H. Purdaj' (q-v.), then of Sandgate, was one
of the first to encourage his talent, and Paine
contributed to his collection of 100 rounds.
When he went to Windsor he was encouraged
in his work by Sir George Elvey. His prin-
.cipal compositions are a cantata, " The
Prodigal Son," performed at Eton, January,
1884 ; a Te Deum, brought out at the same
time ; and a setting of Psalm 93, for bass
solo, chorus and orchestra, produced at
Windsor, May 23, 1887. He has also com-
posed. When the soft light, The wind and
the waves. The Fisherman, and other songs ;
and has in MS. anthems, hymn-tunes, chants,
songs, etc.

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