About Maurice Handford
Lived 1929 – 1986 (aged 57). Maurice Handford was a British conductor.
Maurice James Handford (29 April 1928 – 16 December 1986) was a British horn player and conductor.
Handford was born in Salisbury. He was principal horn of the Hallé Orchestra from 1949 to 1961, then associate conductor 1966–71, and staff conductor. He died in Warminster.
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Who was Maurice Handford?
British conductor (1929–1986)
When was Maurice Handford born?
Maurice Handford was born on 29 April 1929 in Salisbury.
When did Maurice Handford die?
Maurice Handford died on 16 December 1986 in Warminster.
What was Maurice Handford's occupation?
Maurice Handford was a conductor.
What nationality was Maurice Handford?
Maurice Handford was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Maurice Handford. https://biography.guide/maurice-handford/
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