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Edward Edwards

Illustration — Edward Edwards Edward Edwards (1816 – 16 September 1897), also known by his bardic name of "Pencerdd Ceredigion", was a Welsh musician and composer. He was born in Aberystwyth and became a regular churchgoer at Llanbadarn Fawr, joining the choir. When the family moved to Capel Dewi, he was appointed precentor of the local chapel.

Also recorded as Pencerdd Ceredigion

Edward Edwards

Born
1816 · Aberystwyth.
Died
1897 · Aberystwyth.
Nationality
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Occupation
musician · composer
Languages
English

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Illustration — Edward Edwards Edward Edwards (1816 – 16 September 1897), also known by his bardic name of "Pencerdd Ceredigion", was a Welsh musician and composer. He was born in Aberystwyth and became a regular churchgoer at Llanbadarn Fawr, joining the choir. When the family moved to Capel Dewi, he was appointed precentor of the local chapel.

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