Herbert Whone obituary

Orchestral violinist and teacher who was also a notable painterThe violinist Herbert Whone, who has died aged 85, was an artist in the broadest of senses. His work encompassed painting in oils, photography, the writing of several books, and the playing and teaching of the violin. Probably for reasons of financial security, he never relied on art alone, although his paintings are covetable; indeed, he probably found it difficult to choose between art and music. He needed them both, and excelled i...

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