Herbert Hedwan Chandler

Herbert Hadwen-Chandler (1 January 1865, Wandsworth, London – 21 August 1941, Claremont, Perth, Australia) was an Australian organist, teacher and composer of light romantic works. He was respected as a musician and well connected in Perth society. He worked at Nicholson's Music publisher in Fremantle and Perth. He toured Australian cities as a vocalist. Performances Chandler played organ recitals including Handel's 'Messiah' in 1923. He was an active member of the Perth metro Gleemen and Perth Philharmonic society.

Personal His only son Lance-Corporal Roy Chandler was wounded at Gallipoli and died shortly after of complications. Works 1897 Fairy Bowers 1906 Song of the gun (verse by Frances Allitsen) 1887 Pandora March 1909 Marie Gavotte 1907 Nearing Home 1901 Summer Time (Vocal Motet) 1899 Clarion March Make a Joyful Noise