1695

Henry Purcell

Organist and composer. Born St Ann's Lane, Old Pye Street, Westminster, c. 10 September 1959. Died at home in Marsham Street.

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Henry Purcell

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Guildhall School of Music - Purcell

Purcell 1658 - 1695

Henry Purcell statue

The form of the statue is similar to that of the 'Green Man' carvings in chur...

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