About Robert Cornford
Lived 1940 – 1983 (aged 43). Robert Cornford was a British pianist, conductor, film score composer and composer.
Robert Leslie "Bob" Cornford (15 May 1940 – 18 July 1983) was a British jazz pianist and composer.
Early life Cornford was born in Brazil to British nationals. He received classical training in music, including studies at the Royal College of Music.
Career Cornford joined the ensemble of John Dankworth in the 1960s while working as an arranger and orchestrator on for the BBC, Cool Beat (Studio G, 1974) Perception (KPM Music, 1981) Tournée du Chat, Tony Coe (Nato, 1983) Music for the Movies with Tony Kinsey (KPM, 1982) Traditions with Richard Harvey (KPM, 1983) Long Shadows with Tony Coe, Kenny Wheeler and the NDR 'Pops' Orchestra (Chapter One, 2007)
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Who was Robert Cornford?
British pianist (1940–1983)
When was Robert Cornford born?
Robert Cornford was born on 15 May 1940 in Brazil.
When did Robert Cornford die?
Robert Cornford died on 17 July 1983.
What was Robert Cornford's occupation?
Robert Cornford was a pianist, conductor, film score composer and composer.
What nationality was Robert Cornford?
Robert Cornford was British.
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