- Sutton, Alfred James
[E] Sutton, Alfred James, organist, com-
poser, and conductor, born at Droitwich, May
1, 1827, Resident in Birmingham, where he
was appointed conductor of the Amateur
Harmonic Association, on its formation in
1855, an office he held until 1877. Was chorus-
master, with W. C. Stockley, at the Birming-
ham Festival, 1858-76 ; and has held other
appointments. Sometime organist of St.
Thomas's, Birmingham ; St. Mary's, War-
wick, and other churches. Composer of an
oratorio, "Ruth"; and an opera, "Put to
the test," both in MS. His published works
include a Serenade for soli, chorus, and
orchestra, composed in celebration of the
marriage of the Prince of Wales ; a cantata,
" Sage Advice, "composed for Madame Sainton-
Dolby's Choir ; songs, part-songs, and pieces
for organ. Mrs. Sutton, his wife, is a soprano
vocalist, and for many years hold a prominent
position in the Midlands as an oratorio singer.
She also took part in concerted pieces at the
Birmingham Festivals, 1861-73, and has been
heard with favour in London.entry id: 402-R-12
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