Sir Thomas Elder

Caption accompanying photograph: "Sir Thomas Elder (c1817-1897) Benefactor to music at the University. 1883 Established Elder Overseas Scholarship allowing Local Students to study at the Royal College of Music. 1885-89 Contributed towards the costs of the Chair in Music. 1897 Funded the Elder Professor in Music and the building of the Elder Conservatorium with a bequest of £20,000 for the 'extension of musical activities'".