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Sir John Kenneth Tavener (28 January 1944 – 12 November 2013) was an English composer, known for his extensive output of choral religious works. Among his best known works are The Lamb (1982), The Protecting Veil (1988), and Song for Athene (1993).
Sir John Tavener was a British composer who was strongly influenced by sacred and spiritual texts. Although some critics dismissed his work as lightweight, Tavener drew praise for making classical music accessible to the masses.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Sir John Tavener. Inspiration. The composer’s journey through the decades, with a guide to selected compositions. Composition. The composer’s works, recordings, films, books and talks, and where to find them. Life. From Wembley Park to rural Dorset, via Greece and further East. News.
Nov 13, 2013 · John Tavener, a British composer known for his meditative, sometimes passionate sacred works and colorfully scored orchestral pieces — including the popular cello concerto “The Protecting Veil,”...
Nov 12, 2013 · A tribute to the British composer who wove spirituality and mysticism into his music. Learn about his life, works, influences and legacy, from The Whale to The Requiem.
Nov 12, 2013 · British composer Sir John Tavener, whose music became a cultural touchstone that stretched far beyond the classical sphere, has died at age 69. His death was announced by his publisher, Chester...
Jun 21, 2021 · Dark night: why it took so long to hear John Tavener’s La Noche Oscura. This week, oboist Nicholas Daniel will finally premiere one of Tavener’s last works, eight years after the composer’s...
