A tribute to John Tavener

[JHC]

I had not heard that John Tavener had died a truly great composer
Sir John Kenneth Tavener (28 January 1944 – 12 November 2013) was a British composer, known for his extensive output of religious works,

Music Conducted by David Zinman
Music Performed by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
Cello Yo Yo Ma "The protecting veil.

[video=youtube;022lNxhAEec]http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=022lNxhAEec[/video]

 

[wljmrbill]

I had not heard of it either. May he Rest In Peace as he has left us many works for enjoyment of the ages.

 

[JHC]

He wrote some magnificent choral works I have only a couple of his CDs but will have to look for some more.


Song of Athene

 

[wljmrbill]

One of my favorites. I remember it from Princess Diana's Funeral broadcast. Such a haunting ethereal piece

 

[JHC]

Yes a haunting piece Bill, I have spent a couple of hours down loading a few of his CDs I can't understand why I only had a couple.