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Michael Bryan Hesford

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Dr. (Michael) Bryan Hesford (19 July 1930 - 19 March 1996) was an organist and composer based in England.[1]

Life

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He was born on 19 July 1930 in Eccles, Lancashire.

He studied organ under Marcel Dupré and Max Drischner.

Appointments

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Compositions

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He has composed 3 communion services for Southwark Cathedral, and other music.

Cultural offices
Preceded by
N. Charleton-Burdon
Organist of Wymondham Abbey
1960 - 1963
Succeeded by
Norman Crowhurst
Preceded by Organist of Brecon Cathedral
1963 - 1966
Succeeded by
Preceded by
Eric Bennett
Organist of St Mary's Church, Melton Mowbray
1973 - 1978
Succeeded by
Ian Major

References

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  1. ^ International Who's Who in Music. 8th Edition. 1977
  2. ^ International Who's Who in Music and Musicians Directory. David Cummings. 2000