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Herbert Howells

Herbert Howells (1892–1983) was a British composer and teacher.

Also recorded as Herbert Norman Howells.

Overview

Born at Gloucestershire in 1892, died at Putney in 1983.

In detail

Herbert Howells studied at St John's College and Royal College of Music. training under Charles Villiers Stanford and Charles Wood is recorded. Mary Lucas, Shena Fraser and Joan Trimble are recorded as having studied under Herbert Howells. the recorded working language is English.

Distinctions recorded are honorary doctor of the Royal College of Music, honorary doctorate from the University of Cambridge, Companion of Honour and Commander of the Order of the British Empire.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Herbert Howells”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q963107: Herbert Howells

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