Donald Whitton

Donald Richard "Don" Whitton (born July 29, 1923) is an Canadian concert cellist, recording musician, and teacher, with a professional career in music spanning over 50 years. Whitton was born in Toronto, Canada on July 29, 1923. From a young age he showed an aptitude for music, studying piano and cello. He continued to study until World War II was declared. Like many other young Canadians, he enlisted, joining the 4th Royal Canadian Field Artille... more

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