Harry Crane Perrin
Harry Crane Perrin (1865–1953) was an cathedral organist, who served at Canterbury Cathedral.[1]
Background
Harry Crane Perrin was born in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire in 1865.
He composed cantatas "Abode of Worship" and "Pan's Pipes", morning and evening services, anthems and songs.[2]
After an early career as a cathedral organist in England, he moved to Canada in 1908 to become professor of music at Mcgill University in Montreal and director of the Conservatorium. In 1920 a Faculty of Music was established at the university.[3]
Career
Organist of:
- St. Columba's College, Rathfarnham 1886 - 1888
- St. John's Church, Lowestoft 1888 - 1892
- St. Michael's Church, Coventry 1892 - 1898
- Canterbury Cathedral 1898 - 1908
| Cultural offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by William Henry Longhurst |
Organist and Master of the Choristers of Canterbury Cathedral 1898-1908 |
Succeeded by Clement Charlton Palmer |