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Bartholomew, William, 1793-1867
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1793-1867
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William Bartholomew was an English librettist, composer, and writer. He is best remembered as the translator/text author for the premieres of many of Felix Mendelssohn's works in England; most notably the anthem Hear My Prayer (1845) and the oratorio Elijah for its premiere at the Birmingham Triennial Music Festival in 1846. As a composer, he produced several hymns, The Nativity oratorio, and children's songs.
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