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John Barry

John Barry Prendergast OBE (3 November 1933 – 30 January 2011) was an English composer and conductor of film music. During his national service with the British Army in Cyprus, Barry began performing as a musician after learning to play the trumpet. Upon completing his national service, he formed a band in 1957, the John Barry Seven.

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John Barry

John Barry Paul Bateman at the Royal Albert Hall.

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Name
John Barry
Birth Name
John Barry Prendergast
Born
3 November 1933
Birthplace
York, England
Died
30 January 2011
Place of death
Oyster Bay, New York, U.S.
Occupation
* Composer
Full name
John Barry Prendergast.
Nationality
United Kingdom and United States.
Fields
film score.
Education
St Peter's School.
Known for
Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever and Dances with Wolves.

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John Barry Prendergast OBE (3 November 1933 – 30 January 2011) was an English composer and conductor of film music. During his national service with the British Army in Cyprus, Barry began performing as a musician after learning to play the trumpet. Upon completing his national service, he formed a band in 1957, the John Barry Seven.

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Compositions and principal works
  3. 03Writing and publications
  4. 04Visual art and other activities
  5. 05Recordings and discography
  6. 06Archives and collections
  7. 07Honours and memberships
  8. 08Notes, references and evidence

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