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(b Melbourne, 3 May 1917). Australian composer. He studied at the Melbourne University Conservatorium and in Europe and began composing in a relatively conservative style, though since the late 1960s he has used new techniques. His works include operas (notably Dalgerie, 1958), ballets and symphonies.
James Penberthy AM (3 May 1917 - 29 March 1999) was an Australian composer and journalist.[1]
He was born Albert James Penberthy in Melbourne in 1917. He served with the Royal Australian Navy during World War II. He then studied at the University of Melbourne, where he obtained first class honours in composition. He later studied composition with Nadia Boulanger in Paris, and conducting with Sir John Barbirolli in England. He made his home in Perth, Western Australia where he founded the West Australian Opera Company and was co-founder of the West Australian Ballet Company.
In 1975 he moved to the north coast of New South Wales. He founded the School of Arts at Southern Cross University. He died there in 1999.
He wrote prolifically in many genres, but is best known for his 22 ballets and 11 operas. His best known works are The Beach Inspector and the Mermaid and Ophelia of the Nine Mile Beach.
Penberthy was awarded the degree of Doctor of Music from the University of Melbourne University in 1975 and was appointed a Member (AM) of the Order of Australia in 1986.
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| NAME | Penberthy, Albert James |
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| SHORT DESCRIPTION | Twentieth century Australian composer and journalist |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 3 May 1917 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
| DATE OF DEATH | 29 March 1999 |
| PLACE OF DEATH | Australia |
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