About Barbara Penny
Lived 1929 – 2007 (aged 77–78). Barbara Penny was a British musician, art collector, violinist and gardener.
Barbara Penny (1929 – 2007) was a British violinist.
She was the first woman to play in the strings section of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. She attended Malvern Girls' College and received a scholarship to the Royal College of Music.
In April, 2008, a Stradivarius violin owned by Penny since 1965 was auctioned by Christie's for $1.2 million.
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Who was Barbara Penny?
British musician
When was Barbara Penny born?
Barbara Penny was born in 1929.
When did Barbara Penny die?
Barbara Penny died in 2007.
What was Barbara Penny's occupation?
Barbara Penny was a musician, art collector, violinist and gardener.
What nationality was Barbara Penny?
Barbara Penny was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Barbara Penny. https://biography.guide/barbara-penny/
MLA: "Barbara Penny." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/barbara-penny/.
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