Swann, Donald (Ibrahim)
Swann, Donald (Ibrahim) (b Llanelli, 1923; d London, 1994). Eng. composer and pianist. Accompanist and composer for revues 1948–56. Wrote mus. for Henry Reed satirical features, BBC Third Prog. 1950s. Successful partnership with Michael Flanders in revues At the Drop of a Hat and At the Drop of Another Hat (1957–67). Comps. incl. 4 operas; carols; children's songs; and pf. pieces.
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