William Sandys

SANDYS, William. b. London, 29 October 1792; d. 18 February 1874. Sandys came from a well known Cornish family, but was born and lived in London. He was educated at Westminster School, and became a solicitor in 1814. From 1861 to 1873 he was head of the law firm of Sandys and Knott, as well as being a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries. He was well trained in music (he played the cello) and collaborated in a book on the history of the violin. In 1833 he published Christmas Carols, ancient and modern, including the most popular in the West of England, and the airs to which they are sung. Also specimens of French Provincial Carols. It has an introduction of 144 pages, following which are:...