Hadow, W. H. (William Henry), 1859-1937 (original) (raw)

W.H. Hadow was an English composer, educator, and writer. Educated at Oxford, he received music training in Germany before accepting a teaching post at Oxford. Although he composed numerous pieces, he made his mark as a lecturer and author on music, culminating in his appointment as general editor of the Oxford History of Music. He later held numerous educational positions, helping to add legitimacy to the study of music in England. He chaired a group for the Board of Education that produced The Hadow Report, which impacted educational practice throughout England.

From the description of W.H. Hadow letter to Mr. Hipkins, circa 1890?. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 56980847

Epithet: Knight; writer on music

British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000862.0x000202