- Parker, William Frye
[E] Parker, William Frye, violinist, born
at Dunmow, Essex, in 1855. Entered the
R.A.M. in 1867, studying under the late M.
Sainton. At the age of sixteen he was engaged
by Costa as a first violinist in the orchestra
of Her Majesty's Theatre. Professor of the
violin, R.A.M. and Guildhall School of Music,
1881. F.R.A.M. Principal violin at the
Promenade Concerts at Her Majestv's Theatre,
1887, and at the Queen's Hall, 1895. After
the death of Mr. Carrodus, Mr. Parker was
appointed principal violin at the Leeds Festi-
val of 1885, and of the Philharmonic Society,
1896.entry id: 309-L-57
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