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Harold Aubie Bennett

1891 – 1978

British composer

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About Harold Aubie Bennett

Lived 1891 – 1978 (aged 86). Harold Aubie Bennett was a British composer.

Harold Aubie Bennett FRCO, FTCL, Hon.RCM (30 July 1891 - 4 February 1978) was a composer and organist based in England.

Life

He was born in Eccles, Lancashire in 1891, the son of William Arthur Bennett. He was educated at Leeds Central High School and studied organ under Sir Edward Bairstow at both Leeds Parish Church and York Minster.

He was music master at The King's School, Rochester and the conductor of Rochester Choral Society.

He married Lillian Whittick Dewhurst.

Appointments

Organist of Holy Trinity, Micklegate from 1915 Assistant organist at York Minster 1917 - 1923 Organist at St. George's Church, Doncaster 1923 - 1930 Organist at Rochester Cathedral 1930 - 1956

Compositions

He wrote a number of compositions.

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Important facts

Born
30 July 1891
Birth century
19th century
Died
4 February 1978
Occupation
Composer
Nationality
United Kingdom, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Harold Aubie Bennett?

British composer (1891-1978)

When was Harold Aubie Bennett born?

Harold Aubie Bennett was born on 30 July 1891.

When did Harold Aubie Bennett die?

Harold Aubie Bennett died on 4 February 1978.

What was Harold Aubie Bennett's occupation?

Harold Aubie Bennett was a composer.

What nationality was Harold Aubie Bennett?

Harold Aubie Bennett was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Harold Aubie Bennett

· Wikidata: Q5659971

· DBpedia: Harold Aubie Bennett

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