William Shield
William Shield (1748–1829) was a British composer, violinist and conductor.
Overview
Born at Swalwell in 1748, died at London in 1829.
In detail
training under Charles Avison is recorded. the recorded working language is English.
Positions recorded include Master of the King's Music.
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Sources
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- 1.
“William Shield”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q3568956: William Shield
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Depicted person: William Shield
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