About John Addison
Lived 1766 – 1844 (aged 77–78). John Addison was a British composer.
John Addison (c. 1765 – 30 January 1844) was an English composer and double-bass player.
Addison was born, lived, and died in London.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Addison?
British composer and double-bass player
When was John Addison born?
John Addison was born in 1766 in London.
When did John Addison die?
John Addison died in 1844 in London.
What was John Addison's occupation?
John Addison was a composer.
What nationality was John Addison?
John Addison was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Addison (1765–1844)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Addison. https://biography.guide/john-addison-composer-1766/
MLA: "John Addison." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-addison-composer-1766/.
Chicago: "John Addison." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-addison-composer-1766/.
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