Pye, Kellow John

PYE, Kellow John, well known in London musical circles; the son of a merchant; was born at Exeter, Feb. 9, 1812. His musical tendencies showed themselves early. He entered the Royal Academy of Music, London, in Feb. 1823, immediately after its foundation, and took the first pianoforte lesson ever given within its walls. This was under Cipriani Potter. He also studied harmony, counterpoint, and composition there, under Dr. Crotch, the Principal, and remained a pupil till 1829. He then returned to...