Dewar, James 1793-1846

b. Edinburgh 26 July 1793, d. Edinburgh 4 January 1846

Violinist, composer and conductor.  
From an early age was deputy-leader in the orchestra of the Theatre Royal, Edinburgh and led the orchestra in the time of Sir Walter Scott.  Dewar was succeeded as leader by Alexander Mackenzie.   Dewar was organist at St George's Episcopal Church from 1815-1835 and a founding member of the Edinburgh Professional Society of Musicians which he also led. 

Son of Daniel Dewar, violinist and composer who was a member of Nathaniel Gow's band.

Nationality:
British

Concerts by Performer

Title Date Venue Professor
Annual Reid Concert 1843 Monday, February 13, 1843 Assembly Rooms Bishop, Sir Henry R. (Henry Rowley), 1786-1855
Annual Reid Concert 1845 Thursday, February 13, 1845 The Music Hall