Kanga, Skaila
Dates
- Existence: 1946-
biographical statement
Citation:
Musicians Gallery, 27 June 2011: Skaila Kanga (born in India; started piano at 5; harp at 17; studied under Tina Bonifacio; started with BBC Concert Orchestra; formed duo with Tommy Reilly in 1977; joined Nash Ensemble for 25 years; principal harpist of St. Martins Orchestra, the Sinfonia of London, the London Mozart Players, and the LMP Chamber Ensemble)Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Skaila Kanga papers
Collection contains materials collected by Skaila Kanga dating from approximately 1971 to 2005. Materials include concert programs both solo and ensemble, news clippings, promotional materials, festival brochures, photographs and publications of ensembles and orchestras Kanga participated in, including the Nash Ensemble. The collection also contains audiocassettes and compact discs of musical performances.