Meyrick Alexander
English classical bassoonist
About Meyrick Alexander
Born 1952. Meyrick Alexander is a British bassoonist.
Meyrick Alexander (born 18 May 1952) is an English bassoonist. He is one of the UK's best known bassoonists and bassoon teachers.
Life He is the son of the philosopher Peter Alexander (1917–2006) and his wife Caryl.
As a performer, Alexander was Principal Bassoon of the Philharmonia Orchestra for 30 years, and currently plays principal with the London Chamber Orchestra.
Alexander is Professor of Bassoon at the Royal Academy of Music where he was Head of Woodwind and remains a tutor,
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English classical bassoonist
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Meyrick Alexander was born on 18 May 1952.
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Meyrick Alexander is a bassoonist.
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