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- Birth nameBrian William Couzens
- Brian Couzens was born on January 17, 1933 in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England, UK. Brian is known for Classic Widows (1995). Brian was married to Deborah Frogel and Ilse Hauguth. Brian died on April 17, 2015 in Colchester, Essex, England, UK.
- SpousesDeborah Frogel(2006 - April 17, 2015) (his death)Ilse Hauguth(1956 - 2005) (her death, 4 children)
- He founded Chandos Records (named after a BBC club or a favorite pub in Covent Garden - his explanation varied) in 1979. He guided the label through some of the recording industry's toughest times, while championing neglected British composers, and regularly winning international awards for audio quality as well as musical excellence.
- As a schoolboy, he was fascinated by recording technology, and sat in on professional recording sessions. He was a self-taught trombonist, playing in dance bands, and in an RAF band during his national service.
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