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Cedric Sharpe

1891 – 1978

British cellist

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About Cedric Sharpe

Lived 1891 – 1978 (aged 86–87). Cedric Sharpe was a British composer, music educator and cellist.

Cedric Sharpe, ARCM, Hon RAM (13 April 1891 – 7 July 1978) was a British cellist, composer and music professor of the early to mid-20th century. He studied cello at the Royal College of Music later becoming professor of cello at the Royal Academy of Music – the start of a teaching career that was to span almost four decades before he retired in 1966 at the age of 75. During the inter-War years he became a prominent player of both chamber and orchestral music; his repertoire included both British and European contemporary music. He recorded for His Master's Voice and was broadcast by the BBC. He composed a number of original pieces mostly for solo cello with piano accompaniment.

Early life Cedric Sharpe

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
1978, Steyning
Education
Royal College of Music
Employers
Royal Academy of Music

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People whose lives overlapped Cedric Sharpe's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Cedric Sharpe?

British cellist

When was Cedric Sharpe born?

Cedric Sharpe was born on 13 April 1891 in Greater London.

When did Cedric Sharpe die?

Cedric Sharpe died in 1978 in Steyning.

What was Cedric Sharpe's occupation?

Cedric Sharpe was a composer, music educator and cellist.

What nationality was Cedric Sharpe?

Cedric Sharpe was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Cedric Sharpe

· Wikidata: Q4520719

· DBpedia: Cedric Sharpe

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