Note 22 — PURCELL.
Reading edition
He was succeeded by the Rev. William Tucker, Minor Canon of the Abbey, and Priest of the Chapel Royal, an excellent composer, who died in 1689. The following entry refers to his work:—
"In moneys recd. and paid for secret services of Charles II."
"To Eliza Tucker, wido relict of Wm. Tucker, for her husband's writing in 15 books, the anthems with symphonies for King Charles the 2nds use in his Chappell Royal, 15l."