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Samuel Wesley may refer to: Samuel Wesley (poet, died 1735) (1662–1735), English poet and churchman. Samuel Wesley (poet, died 1739) (1691–1739), English poet and churchman, son of the above.
Samuel Wesley (born Feb. 24, 1766, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Eng.—died Oct. 11, 1837, London) was a composer and organist who helped introduce the music of J.S. Bach into England.
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Jun 17, 2021 · Learn the story of Samuel Wesley, John & Charles Wesley's dad. A clergyperson whose relationship with his congregation was troubled, he raised two men who would become founders of Methodism. Watch a video to learn more about John and Charles's mom Susanna.
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Learn about Samuel Wesley, the father of John and Charles Wesley, the founders of Methodism. Read about his life, education, career, marriage, and legacy.
Samuel Wesley (born Feb. 24, 1766, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Eng.—died Oct. 11, 1837, London) was a composer and organist who helped introduce the music of J.S. Bach into England.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Samuel Wesley was the father of John and Charles Wesley, the founders of Methodism. He was also a Westminster School master and a benefactor of the city. See his memorial and that of his children in the south choir aisle of the Abbey.
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Feb 7, 2020 · Samuel Wesley was a child prodigy, and it was the older composer William Boyce who said of the boy that he was the English Mozart, and that he had dropped down from heaven.
