William Henry Montgomery (1810 - 1886)

Born 24 Jan 1810 in Surrey, England, United Kingdom

Husband of Maria (Izard) Montgomery — married 10 May 1843 in Southwark, Surrey, England, United Kingdom

Descendants

Died 13 Sep 1886 at age 76 in England, United Kingdom

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Biography

William was a member of the Royal Society of Musicians of Great Britain

William was born 24 January 1810 and baptized 4 March 1810 in St George The Martyr, Southwark, Surrey, England, United Kingdom. His parents are Charles Montgomery (comedian) and Maria.^[1][2]

He married Maria Izard on 10 May 1843 in St George The Martyr Southwark, Surrey, England, United Kingdom.^[3]

1. their daughter, Maria Malibran. was born in 1848 in Middlesex, Islington.^[4][5]

William became a member of the The Royal Society of Musicians of Great Britain on the 2 February 1845 as confirmed in the Society's book, “Members of The Royal Society of Musicians 1738-1984” on Page 101
Member Reference No: A433
The following was written by William on his recommendation paper at the time of his application and is included in the members handbook.

Plays the Piano Forte Organ & Violin and has been engaged from time to time at the Principal Metropolitan Theatres also derive profits as an Arranger and Composer, is now Leader at Sadlers Wells Theatre.

The recommendation paper readings for William to join the society were taken as follows:

William was granted membership with - Yeas 15 & Nays 0

The costs to become a member were:

The photo of William is included in “The Royal Society of Musicians of Great Britain Photo Album” further members of the Society can be found on the following WikiTree page ^{[6] [7]}

In 1851 he lived with his wife and daughter in Islington, Middlesex. His niece, Harriat A Foard, lived with them. He was a professor of music.^[8]

In 1861 he lived with his wife, Maria, and their daughter, Maria M., in Islington, Middlesex. He was a professor of music.^[9]

In 1881 he lived in St Marylebone, London, Middlesex. He was a professor of music. He was listed as a lodger and married although his wife was not listed on the census with him.^[10]

He passed away 13 September 1886 and was buried 16 September 1886 in the South Metropolitan Cemetery in Lambeth, Surrey, England.^[11][12] In his obituary William was recognized for his popular compositions including "Oh, had I but Aladdin's lamp", "The Silver Lake Varsoviana" and "The Haymakers". He studied music under Brooks and Shield. He was one of the oldest members of the Royal Society of Musicians. He was musical director at Sadler's Wells, at the Covent-garden in 1864, at the Strand with Mrs. Swanborough, at the Lyceum with Mr. Fechter, as well as, other theaters. He also wrote the music for around 50 pantomimes.^[13]

Research Notes

Maria's father was William Izard (builder)

The 1861 census lists his wife's birthplace as Brighton, Sussex.^[14]

Sources

Acknowledgement

We would like to thank The Royal Society of Musicians of Great Britain The Royal Society of Musicians of Great Britain for their support in giving access to these historical documents

1. ↑ "England Births and Christenings, 1538-1975", database, FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:NLYX-8WY : 10 April 2021), William Henry Montgomery, 1810.
2. ↑ "England Births and Christenings, 1538-1975", database, FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:JSX4-SR3 : 4 February 2023), Wm. Henry Montgomery, 1810.
3. ↑ "England Marriages, 1538–1973", database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:NJWJ-NZY : 13 March 2020), William Henry Montgomery, 1843.
4. ↑ "England and Wales Census, 1861", , FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:M7RR-LM5 : Fri Mar 08 19:13:27 UTC 2024), Entry for William H Montgomery and Maria Montgomery, 1861.
5. ↑ England & Wales General Register Office, GRO Online Index - Birth (https://www.gro.gov.uk/gro/content : accessed 25 March 2024), database entry for Montgomery, Maria Malibran (Mother's maiden name Izard). GRO Reference: 1848 M Quarter in THE ISLINGTON DISTRICT Volume 03 Page 268
6. ↑ Royal Society of Musician Members WikiTree (accessed 17 March 2024)
7. ↑ Royal Society of Musicians Photograph Album Lyon. Frederick G (1874). The Royal Society of Musicians of Great Britain Photo Album on Page 5 Photo Album (accessed 6 September 2022)
8. ↑ "England and Wales Census, 1851", , FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:SGNM-D1L : Sat Mar 09 12:57:57 UTC 2024), Entry for William Mongomry and Maria Mongomry, 1851.
9. ↑ "England and Wales Census, 1861", , FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:M7RR-LM5 : Fri Mar 08 19:13:27 UTC 2024), Entry for William H Montgomery and Maria Montgomery, 1861.
10. ↑ "England and Wales Census, 1881", , FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:QK65-PLSF : Tue Mar 05 10:15:36 UTC 2024), Entry for W H Montgomery and Margaret Mell, 1881.
11. ↑ "England and Wales Death Registration Index 1837-2007," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:2JB9-9PW : 31 December 2014), William Henry Montgomery, 1886; from "England & Wales Deaths, 1837-2006," database, findmypast (http://www.findmypast.com : 2012); citing Death, Lambeth, London, England, General Register Office, Southport, England.
12. ↑ "England Deaths and Burials, 1538-1991", , FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:C6H4-V73Z : Fri Mar 08 10:16:08 UTC 2024), Entry for William Henry Montgomery, 16 September 1886.
13. ↑ Obituary The Era
14. ↑ "England and Wales Census, 1861", , FamilySearch (https://www.familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:M7RR-LM5 : Fri Mar 08 19:13:27 UTC 2024), Entry for William H Montgomery and Maria Montgomery, 1861.