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John Stainer was an English composer, organist, and music teacher who became organist of St Paul's Cathedral in London in 1872. He is best known for The Crucifixion, a sacred cantata first performed in 1887 that became a durable part of the Anglican choral tradition. His career also included academic teaching and work that influenced English church-music education during the Victorian period.
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Who was John Stainer?
John Stainer was an English composer, organist, and music teacher. He became organist of St Paul's Cathedral in London in 1872.
What is John Stainer's best-known composition?
He is best known for The Crucifixion, a sacred cantata. It was first performed in 1887 and became an enduring work in the Anglican choral tradition.
What is The Crucifixion by John Stainer?
The Crucifixion is a sacred cantata for choir, soloists, and organ-centered performance. John Stainer's work was first performed in 1887 and remains associated with Anglican church music.
Where did John Stainer serve as an organist?
John Stainer became organist of St Paul's Cathedral in London in 1872. His cathedral career ran alongside his work as a composer and music teacher.
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