Person Open DS/UK/10132 How; Martin J.R (1931-); MBE; British composer, organist How Martin J.R 1931- British composer, organist Male

Martin How MBE (born 1931, Liverpool, England) is a British composer and organist. How is the son of the late Most Revd J C H How, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church. How has spent most of his career with the Royal School of Church Music where he was known principally as a choir trainer specialising in the training and motivation of young singers. In this capacity he initiated and developed the RSCM Chorister Training Scheme which has since been used in various forms in many parts of the world. He also inaugurated the RSCM Southern Cathedral Singers, a group which has broadcast frequently on BBC Radio's Choral Evensong from Canterbury Cathedral and elsewhere. How was awarded an MBE for 'Services to Church Music' in the 1993 New Year Honours List. Since his retirement from the RSCM he has returned to organ playing as an honorary member of the music staff at Croydon Minster. Composing continues to be his main activity. Some of his compositions are available on his website. International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) 2nd edition - ICA 2004 ISBN 2-9521932-2-3 National Council on Archives, Rules for the Construction of Personal, Place and Corporate Names, 1997 Yes RAHdroberts 12/12/2013 Rachael.Fragola 3/1/2022 fd5b1866-bec6-4d20-9729-02c05c21eaba