About Will Starr
Lived 1922 – 1976 (aged 53). Will Starr was a British accordionist and musician.
Will Starr (27 April 1922 – 6 March 1976) was a Scottish solo accordionist.
Early life Will Starr was born William Starrs, the oldest son of a family of eight, in the mining village of Croy in Central Scotland.
At the age of two, Starr attempted to play his first tune, "Poor Old Joe", on a melodeon belonging to his father, Joseph Starrs. He made several albums of accordion music.
Death Starr died from cancer of the spine in his home town of Croy on 6 March 1976, at age 53,
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Who was Will Starr?
British musician
When was Will Starr born?
Will Starr was born on 27 April 1922 in Croy.
When did Will Starr die?
Will Starr died on 6 March 1976 in Croy.
What was Will Starr's occupation?
Will Starr was an accordionist and musician.
What nationality was Will Starr?
Will Starr was British.
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