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Charles Avison black plaque

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This black commemorative plaque records: 1709-1770 Charles Avison. The foremost English concerto composer of the 18th Century; organist, writer on music, and concert director. He was born and worked in Newcastle. Buried here by the nave porch. Recorded plaque organisation: City of Newcastle upon Tyne, Charles Avison Society.

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