Osian Ellis
Welsh harpist, composer, and teacher (1928–2021) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Osian Gwynn Ellis[1] CBE (8 February 1928 – 5 January 2021[2]) was a Welsh harpist, composer and teacher. He was principal harpist of the London Symphony Orchestra, a founding member of the Melos Ensemble, and a harp teacher at the Royal Academy of Music. Many composers wrote music for him. From 1959 onwards, Ellis had a close professional partnership with Benjamin Britten that lasted to the latter's death. He often first performed and recorded Britten's works.
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Born | Osian Gwynn Ellis (1928-02-08)8 February 1928 Ffynnongroew, Flintshire, Wales |
Died | 5 January 2021(2021-01-05) (aged 92) |
Education | Royal Academy of Music |
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