Papas, Sophocles, 1893-1986

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Sophocles Papas was an internationally known teacher of classical guitar. A Fairfax County resident later in his life, Papas taught the classical guitar in Washington, D.C. for nearly sixty years. He also taught at American University in Washington, D.C. Among his former students who have risen to fame are Charlie Byrd and Carlos Barbosa-Lima.

From the description of Sophocles Papas papers, 1900-1998. (George Mason University). WorldCat record id: 640144802

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referencedIn Sandburg, Carl, 1878-1967. Papers, 1929-1962. Library of Congress
creatorOf Papas, Sophocles, 1893-1986. Sophocles Papas papers, 1900-1998. George Mason University, Fenwick Library
referencedIn Sandburg, Carl, 1878-1967. Carl Sandburg papers, 1929-1962. Library of Congress
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Guitar
Guitar music
Guitar orchestra music
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Birth 1893-12-18

Death 1986-02-26

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