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Polly Young

Polly Young (1749–1799) was a British opera singer, composer and harpsichordist.

Also recorded as Mary Young · Maria Young · Polly Barthélemon · Maria Barthélemon

Biography

Born at Covent Garden in 1749, died in London in 1799.

The recorded working language is English.

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  • London
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  • Covent Garden

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