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<h2>Samuel Wesley</h2>
<h2>1766-1837</h2>
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<td><em>Born:</em> February 24, 1766, Bristol, England.
<p><em>Died:</em> October 11, 1837, London, England.</td>
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<p class="just">Son of hymnist <a href="wesley_c.htm">Charles Wesley</a>, Samuel is known mainly as a composer and organist. His wrote his first oratorio, <em>Ruth</em>, at age 8. A highly regarded musician in his time, he nevertheless enjoyed little financial success. He was a great admirer of Bach, and was one of the leaders in the Bach revival movement in England.</p>
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