Composer. Born and died in London. Brother of the sculptor Maurice Lambert. Heavy drinker. Co-founder of the Sadler's Wells Ballet with Ninette de Valois and Frederick Ashton. Had an affair with Margot Fonteyn, 1937-47, which ended badly, for her. Father of Kit Lambert the first manager of the Who.
His friend, Anthony Powell, based Hugh Moreland, one of the characters in 'A Dance to the Music of Time' on Lambert.
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Constant Lambert
English Heritage Constant Lambert, 1905 - 1951, composer, lived here, 1947 -...
Composer. Born Arnold Edward Trevor Bax in Heath Villa, Angles Road, Streatham. His music was influenced by the Celtic revival of literature and art, and the tone poem 'Tintagel' is one of his best...
Student of Trinity College of Music, killed in WW1.
Jazz, R&B, Disco, Soul and Funk group. Originally formed as the 'Jazziacs' in Jersey City, New Jersey. 'Kool' is the nickname of Robert Bell (one of its founders). The group has included many d...
English rock band that came to prominence during the 'new wave' period. Famous numbers include 'Cool for Cats', 'Up the Junction' and 'Tempted'. Jools Holland was a member, before moving on to purs...
Entertainment business executive. Born Jeffrey Sonny Krugerkoff. He founded the Flamingo Club in London's West End. Died in Miami, Florida.
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