William Batchelder Bradbury (M / United States, 1816-1868), composer

William Batchelder Bradbury (1816-1868) was an American composer. Very popular composer of Gospel songs and hymns, best known as the author of the tune of Jesus Loves Me. Born in York, ME, studied in Boston and Germany. Had a successful career as teacher and performer.

Works

Oratorios

• Daniel (1853 Root/Bradbury), oratorio
• Esther, the Beautiful Queen (1856 Bradbury), oratorio

External links

• Wikipedia