(Dr Thomas Augustine), distinguished by his skill in music, was the son of Mr Arne an upholsterer in Covent Garden, whom Addison is supposed to have characterized in No. 155 and No. 160 of The Tatler; and brother of Mrs Cibber the player. He was early devoted to music, and soon became eminent in his profession. July 6, 1759, he had the degree of doctor of music conferred on him at Oxford. His compositions are universally applauded, and he was also particularly skilful in instructing vocal performers. He died March 5, 1778, having written the following pieces: Artaserxes, 1762; The Guardian outwitted, 1764; The Rose, 1778; all of them operas.