Composer: Frederick C. Maker
Frederick Charles Maker was born on August 6, 1844 in Bristol, England to Charles and Mary Maker. His father was a leather cutter.
In 1861, Frederick was 16 and an articled professor of music, meaning he was under a contractual obligation to fulfill the training and requirements to become a Professor. His father was 48 and his mother was 40. The family was living at 13 Christmas Street in Bristol. He had a 14 year old brother and a step-brother that was 16 and named Frederick G. Maker!
In 1871, Frederick was 26 and married to Elizabeth who was 24. They had a 16 year old servant girl by the name of Emma Organ. They were living at 11 St. Michael’s parish in Bristol, and Frederick was employed as a Professor of Music.
In 1881,…
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By Christ redeemed, in Christ restoredBy Christ redeemed, in Christ restored,
We keep the memory adored,
And show the death of our dear Lord
Until He come.
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One thing I of the Lord desireThere's a friend for little childrenThere's a friend for little children
Above the bright blue sky,
A friend Who never changes,
Whose love will never die;
Our earthly friends may fail us,
And change with changing years,
This friend is always worthy
Of that dear Name He bears.
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