Background
Webb, George James was born on June 24, 1803 in Wiltshire, England. Son of James Millett and Isabel Ann (Archer) Webb.
Webb, George James was born on June 24, 1803 in Wiltshire, England. Son of James Millett and Isabel Ann (Archer) Webb.
Studied music at home, also Falmouth, England.
Came to Boston, 1830. Organist Old South Church, Boston, 1830. In charge of secular music for Boston Academy Music, 1830, organized its orchestra.
Helped found Normal Musical Convs. for training of music teachers, Boston.
Company-editor (with Lowell.
Married Caroline (Haven) Merriam, 6 children.