Clarinettist. Born David Joseph Shepherd. He studied under a clarinettist from the Hamburg State Opera Orchestra while stationed there after World War II, and went on to play with many of the leading musicians and singers of the day. Died in the Macmillan Unit of Christchurch Hospital in Hampshire.
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Dave Shepherd
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Their website describes them as 'packaging and promoting London's unique music heritage with compelling and immersive experiences that audiences of all ages can enjoy and engage with'.
From their website: This is a charity which "Given the free use of Park Lane House, 45 Park Lane, London W1 in 1956..." gives opportunities to young musicians.
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