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Michael Penha

1888 – 1982

Dutch-American cellist

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About Michael Penha

Lived 1888 – 1982 (aged 93). Michael Penha was a cellist.

Michel Penha (December 14, 1888 – February 10, 1982) was a director and cellist. He played with the Philadelphia Orchestra from 1920 to 1925.

Penha died in Los Angeles, California, at age 93.

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Important facts

Born

14 December 1888, Amsterdam

Birth century

19th century

Died

10 February 1982, Los Angeles

Occupation

Cellist

Education

Conservatorium van Amsterdam

Also known as

Michel Penha

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Michael Penha's

James Whitbread Lee Glaisher

Frequently asked questions

Who was Michael Penha?

Dutch-American cellist (1888–1982)

When was Michael Penha born?

Michael Penha was born on 14 December 1888 in Amsterdam.

When did Michael Penha die?

Michael Penha died on 10 February 1982 in Los Angeles.

What was Michael Penha's occupation?

Michael Penha was a cellist.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Michael Penha

· Wikidata: Q18740117

· DBpedia: Michel Penha

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