Gil Dech
English-born New Zealand pianist, recording director and conductor
About Gil Dech
Lived 1897 – 1974 (aged 77). Gil Dech was a New Zealand and British conductor, pianist and music director.
Gilbert Thomas Dech (3 February 1897 – 1 November 1974) was a New Zealand pianist, recording director and conductor. He was born in Yardley and died in Wellington.
Discography Studio albums Remembrance (1956, Columbia) The Robin's Return (1956, Columbia) Plays Music From Stage And Screen (1956, Columbia) Plays Music Of Jerome Kern (1956, Columbia) Plays Favourite Ballads (1957, Columbia) Gil Dech Plays Piano Miniatures (1968, His Master's Voice)
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Who was Gil Dech?
English-born New Zealand pianist, recording director and conductor (1897–1974)
When was Gil Dech born?
Gil Dech was born on 3 February 1897 in Yardley.
When did Gil Dech die?
Gil Dech died on 1 November 1974 in Wellington.
What was Gil Dech's occupation?
Gil Dech was a conductor, pianist and music director.
What nationality was Gil Dech?
Gil Dech was New Zealand and British.
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