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The high street business that made sure Croydon was on song

Posted on August 16, 2026 by insidecroydon

CROYDON CHRONICLES: A talented musician established a business that over the course of 60 years taught and encouraged at least 30,000 youngsters to sing, play an instrument or perform on stage. DAVID MORGAN looks at the life and career of … Continue reading →

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Posted in Art, Bensham Manor, Croydon Minster, David Morgan, Education, History, Music | Tagged Bensham Manor, Croydon Parish Church, David Morgan, Gilbert Matthers, Music schools, Thornton Heath | Leave a comment
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