About James Hesletine
Lived 1690 – 1763 (aged 72–73). James Hesletine was an organist and composer.
He composed anthems and other works, but because of a misunderstanding between him and the dean and chapter of the cathedral, he destroyed a large part of them.
His wife predeceased him, and there were no children; his property was claimed by a nephew and niece in America.
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Who was James Hesletine?
English organist and composer
When was James Hesletine born?
James Hesletine was born in 1690.
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James Hesletine died on 20 June 1763.
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James Hesletine was an organist and composer.
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