Edward Harwood (of Darwen)
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Edward Harwood (of Darwen) (1707–1787) was an English composer of hymns, anthems and songs. His setting of Alexander Pope's revolutionary The Dying Christian (Vital spark of heav'nly flame) was enormously popular at one time and was widely performed at funerals, of nobility and commoners alike.
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Edward Harwood | |
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Born | 1707 Hoddlesden, Lancashire |
Died | 1787 |
Nationality | English |
Occupation(s) | Composer of hymns, anthems and songs |
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