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William Hayes - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 26, 1708 |
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| Birthplace | Gloucester, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also William Hayes's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Known For | English composer, organist, and conductor best known for choral works and as Professor of Music at Oxford. |
Intro
William Hayes was an English composer, organist, singer, and conductor active during the 18th century. He is noted for his significant contributions to English sacred and choral music and for his prominent role at the University of Oxford.
Early Life & Background
William Hayes was born in Gloucester and became a chorister at Gloucester Cathedral. He received early musical training there, later apprenticing under cathedral organist William Hine.
Career Highlights
- Appointed organist at St. Mary’s, Shrewsbury in 1731 and at Worcester Cathedral in 1736.
- Became Heather Professor of Music at Oxford University in 1741.
- Oversaw the music at the Sheldonian Theatre in Oxford, conducting large-scale performances, including the works of Handel.
- Published important collections of church music and anthems, contributing significantly to English sacred music.
Trivia
- His son, Philip Hayes, also became a noted composer and succeeded him as Professor of Music at Oxford.
- Hayes conducted one of the earliest English performances of Handel's Messiah outside of London.
FAQs
People also ask
When was William Hayes born?
William Hayes was born the 26 January 1708.
Where is William Hayes from?
Gloucester, England.
On His Birth-Day
About January 26th, 1708, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 26th, 1708 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: