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Ernest Ford

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Ernest Ford was an English composer born on February 17, 1858. He was active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, contributing to the classical music scene in England. Ford is known for his work as a composer, and his career spanned a period of significant musical development in the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

He passed away on June 2, 1949, at the age of 91. Throughout his life, Ford was involved in composing music that reflected the styles and tastes of his time, although specific details about his compositions or affiliations with musical groups are less widely documented.

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