David Davies
Welsh harpist
About David Davies
Lived 1817 – 1855 (aged 38). David Davies was a harpist.
David Davies (1817–1855) was a Welsh harpist. His father was David Davies of Gelligaer, Glamorganshire. He learnt the harp from a young age, and to complete his education studied in France for three years, becoming a skilled performer on the triple harp . He competed at Eisteddfod, and won a number of prizes.
He died in 1855 and is buried in Gelligaer churchyard.
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Who was David Davies?
Welsh harpist (1817-1855)
When was David Davies born?
David Davies was born on 27 January 1817 in Gelligaer.
When did David Davies die?
David Davies died on 1 November 1855.
What was David Davies's occupation?
David Davies was a harpist.
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