- Thomas, Evan William
[E] Thomas, Evan William, violinist and
composer, pupil of Spagnoletti. He played
in the orchestra at the production of Weber's
" Oberon," 1826. Most of his professional
life was passed in Liverpool, where he was
apj)ointcd leader of the Philharmonic band,
1850. He gave successful shilling Saturday
Concerts in Liverpool, 1854 ; also classical
chamber concerts in Maiichester, 185-3, etc.
He composed a concerto in A minor, for
violin and orchestra, 1863, and other pieces.
Retired many years ago, and resided at Dinas
Dinlle, North Wales, where he died October
4, 1892, in his 79th year.entry id: 409-L-3
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