Robert Lucas de Pearsall

English composer Robert Lucas de Pearsall was born in Clifton (Bristol) into a rich Quaker family on 14 March 1795, and was educated privately, although he was possibly self-taught as a composer.

He's known mostly for his vocal and choral music, and particularly for his setting of In Dulci Jubilo and his 1840 part song setting of Lay a Garland.

Robert Pearsall spent the last three decades of his life abroad, first in Germany and then in Switzerland. He died on 5 August 1856 at his home, Wartensee Castle near Rorschach, Switzerland.

 

A selection of articles about Robert Lucas de Pearsall

Ensemble. Plenty of Expressive Contrast - The Sitwell Singers' 2022 Christmas concert, reviewed by Mike Wheeler

Ensemble. Bouncy Vitality - The Sitwell Singers' Christmas concert, heard by Mike Wheeler

Ensemble. Highly Promising Talent - Katie Gilbert, Esther Beard and Edward Leung at Derby Cathedral, heard by Mike Wheeler

CD Spotlight. Joy and Wonder - Merton College Oxford's new Christmas CD, recommended by Gerald Fenech. 'The singing is not only exquisite but has that sense of magic and glory that instills in one's spirit a genuine feeling of hope for a true fraternal love among all men.'

Ensemble. Alert Realisations - Christmas music from The Sitwell Singers, heard by Mike Wheeler

Ensemble. Engagingly Sung - Hugh Morris' first choral concert as Master of the Music at Derby Cathedral, enjoyed by Mike Wheeler

CD Spotlight. Widely Spread - Christmas music from Caius College Choir, recommended by Keith Bramich. '... high-quality singing with lovely rounded tone ...'

Immaculate Blend - Christmas music from the Sitwell Singers, reviewed by Mike Wheeler