Ralph William Downes was an influential English organist, organ designer, teacher, and music director. He held the position of Professor of Organ at the Royal College of Music, where he contributed significantly to the field of music education. Throughout his career, Downes was known for his expertise in organ design and performance, shaping the landscape of organ music in the 20th century. His legacy includes both his teachings and contributions to organ music, making him a prominent figure in the musical community of his time.
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Meaning of the name - Ralph
counsel wolf, wolf-counsel
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Place of Birth: Derby
Educated At: Keble College | Royal College of Music
Occupation: music teacher | musical instrument maker
Children: Kerry Downes
Employers: Princeton University
Awards Received: Commander of the Order of the British Empire
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 16, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for August 16, 2025 |
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| Sun | 23 Leo 9 | 23 Leo 53 | 23 Sagittarius 7 |
| Moon | 1 Scorpio 40 | 27 Taurus 30 | 29 Pisces 22 |
| Mercury | 20 Virgo 14 | 5 Leo 50 | 13 Capricorn 30 |
| Venus | 3 Virgo 58 | 19 Cancer 6 | 2 Aquarius 33 |
| Mars | 0 Leo 53 | 5 Libra 59 | 14 Libra 25 |
| Jupiter | 29 Aries 51 | 14 Cancer 56 | 19 Aries 54 |
| Saturn | 17 Aquarius 44 | 0 Aries 51 | 17 Aquarius 25 |
| Uranus | 26 Sagittarius 3 | 1 Gemini 18 | 29 Sagittarius 39 |
| Neptune | 7 Cancer 22 | 1 Aries 42 | 7 Cancer 10 |
| Pluto | 21 Gemini 30 | 2 Aquarius 4 | 20 Gemini 40 |
| Rahu | 19 Virgo 44 | 19 Pisces 26 | 13 Virgo 20 |
| Ketu | 19 Pisces 44 | 19 Virgo 26 | 13 Pisces 20 |
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