David John Thomas (15 April 1881 – 13 May 1928), often known by his bardic name of "Afan", was a Welsh composer, conductor, and organist.

Thomas is remembered mainly for his hymn tunes and songs such as "Drosom ni", "Suo Gan",[1] and "Cymru fach i mi". His other works include a cantata, "Merch y Llyn" ("Lady of the Lake"), and a choral work, "He Fell Among Thieves", a setting of the famous poem by Sir Henry Newbolt.[2]

References

  1. ↑ Annual Report. National Library of Wales. 1962. p. 36.
  2. ↑ William Evans (1959). "Thomas, David John". Dictionary of Welsh Biography. National Library of Wales. Retrieved 23 April 2022.


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