Patrick Halling

Australian classical violinist. Born 28 August 1924 in Rowella, Tasmania, Australia. His family relocated to England on the eve of the 2nd World War. He joined the London Philharmonic Orchestra while still a teenager. He then studied at the Royal Academy of Music and The Guildhall School Of Music & Drama. He was a member of the Hirsch Quartet for 8 years, before forming the Quartet Pro Musica in 1955. He was a member of the London Symphony Orchestra (1948-1954). Leader of The Virtuoso Ensemble of London and a past leader of The Sinfonia Of London. He and his brother, Peter Halling were part of George Martin's 'go-to' string section for The Beatles. They played on "Yesterday", "Eleanor Rigby" etc. Uncle of Rod Halling.