Matthew Camidge was the sixth child of John Camidge noted English patriarch of the organists in York. Matthew was a fine chorister and organist known throughout northern England for his organ playing capabilities. Matthew's "Collection of Psalms" became known as "The York Psalm and Hymn Book" containing approximately 30 melodies scored for harmonies and organ. Perhaps the works which brought him the most musical acclaim were his sonatas (violin and cello with organ accompaniment) as they were considered outstanding keyboard works. Matthew Camidge demonstrated little creative individuality in his works but his music was that of a definite artisan. Genres of his compositions included sonatas, concertos, songs, anthems and a psalmody. ~ Keith Johnson, Rovi