About Cornelius Bryan
Lived 1775 – 1840 (aged 64–65). Cornelius Bryan was a British composer.
Cornelius Bryan (1775 - 18 March 1840) was an English organist and composer.
Background
He was born in Bristol around 1775.
He died on 18 March 1840 when he fell through a trap in the stage of the Bristol theatre, during a rehearsal of his opera “Lundy”.
Appointments
Organist at St. Mark’s Church, Bristol Organist at St Mary Redcliffe, Bristol 1818 - 1840
Compositions
He composed an opera Lundy. Effusion in F for organ
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Cornelius Bryan?
English composer
When was Cornelius Bryan born?
Cornelius Bryan was born in 1775.
When did Cornelius Bryan die?
Cornelius Bryan died on 18 March 1840.
What was Cornelius Bryan's occupation?
Cornelius Bryan was a composer.
What nationality was Cornelius Bryan?
Cornelius Bryan was British.
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