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John Mahon

1749 – 1834

British clarinettist and composer

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About John Mahon

Lived 1749 – 1834 (aged 84–85). John Mahon was a British composer.

John Mahon (also Mahone, Mahoon; 1749–1834) was an Irish composer, clarinetist, violinist, and viola player.

Life Mahon was born in Oxford into an Irish family of musicians. His father William Mahon Duets (4) for 2 Clarinets: No. 4 in B Flat Major Duets (4) for 2 Clarinets: No. 1 in F Major

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Born
1749, Oxford
Birth century
Died
1834, Dublin
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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Mahon?

British clarinettist and composer

When was John Mahon born?

John Mahon was born in 1749 in Oxford.

When did John Mahon die?

John Mahon died in 1834 in Dublin.

What was John Mahon's occupation?

John Mahon was a composer.

What nationality was John Mahon?

John Mahon was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Mahon

· Wikidata: Q4309778

· DBpedia: John Mahon (composer)

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