Onslow, Georges (Louis)
Onslow, Georges (Louis) (b Clermont-Ferrand, 1784; d Clermont-Ferrand, 1853). Fr. pianist and composer (Brit. father, Fr. mother). Settled in Fr., giving pf. recitals and lessons. Wrote 3 comic operas, 4 syms., 35 str. qts., 34 str. quintets, and other chamber works.
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