| Code | DS/UK/14143 |
| Name | Ballardie; Quintin (1928-2022); OBE FRAM; British viola player and founder of English Chamber Orchestra |
| Dates | 1928-2022 |
| Gender | Male (cisgender) |
| Place of Birth/Origin | Wirral, England, United Kingdom (born) |
| Relationships | Spouse of Margaret (art restorer) |
| Biography | Quintin Ballardie was a viola player and founder of the English Chamber Orchestra.
In 1948 Ballardie helped found the English Chamber Orchestra from the Goldsbrough Orchestra. He worked relentlessly for over 60 years to establish and maintain the English Chamber Orchestra as one of the worlds great ensembles. He not only ran the orchestra, but was also principal viola until his retirement. |