English composer Thomas Linley, Jr. (1756-1778), the second son of the same-named composer, was a contemporary of W. A. Mozart. He, too, was a prodigy whose life ended early; in his case, it was by drowning in a boating accident. 1. Thomas Linley the Younger - Illustrated biographical summary with discography from Roger Slade's 18th Century English Music. 2. Linley, Thomas - Biography, noted works, and family background from the Grove Concise Dictionary of Music entry at WQXR radio. 3. Thomas Linley the Younger - Extended biography, picture of burial plaque, in Edinham, England, and CD purchase information from Chris Johnson at The Linley Company. 4. Thomas Linley the Younger - Portrait, artist information, and biographical details from the Dulwich Picture Gallery. 5. Thomas Linley the Younger (1756-1778), Violinist and Composer - Illustrated listing from England's National Portrait Gallery. 6. Thomas Linley, Jr. - Biography with links to related composers and musical themes plus partial discography from the Here Of A Sunday Morning radio program.

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