Humphreys, Sydney, 1926-2015
Sydney Ernest Humphreys was born near Vancouver, Canada in 1926.
Won a scholarship to study violin at the Royal Academy of Music in London.
Member of the Aeolian string quartet (leader, 1952-1970) and Concertmaster of the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra 1972-74.
- The Aeolian Quartet (Wikipedia)
- Sydney Humphreys (Canadian Encyclopedia)
- Sydney Humphreys (Times obituary)
Instrument(s)/responsibility:
violin
Nationality:
Canadian
Concerts by Performer
| Title | Date | Venue | Professor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reid Chamber Concert | Thursday, March 5, 1959 | Reid School of Music, Park Place (see also University Music Classroom) | Newman, Sidney T. M. 1906-1971 |