
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Samuel Sebastian Wesley (1810-76) This great church musician who lived here in Palace Yard was organist of Gloucester Cathedral from 1865 until his death. His best known anthem is "Blessed Be The God And Father". Recorded plaque organisation: Gloucester City Council.
Samuel Sebastian Wesley was a prominent British composer and organist, renowned for his contributions to sacred music; he served as the organist at Gloucester Cathedral and composed numerous anthems, with "Blessed Be The God And Father" being particularly well-known.
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