Sir John Tavener
Sir John Kenneth Tavener (28 January 1944 – 12 November 2013) was an English composer, known for his extensive output of religious works, including The Protecting Veil, Song for Athene and The Lamb.
Tavener first came to prominence with his cantata The Whale, premiered in 1968. Then aged 24, he was described by The Guardian as "the musical discovery of the year",while The Times said he was "among the very best creative talents of his generation." During his career he became one of the best known and popular composers of his generation, most particularly for The Protecting Veil, which as recorded by cellist Steven Isserlis became a bestselling album, and Song for Athene which was sung at the funeral of Princess Diana. The Lamb featured in the soundtrack for Paolo Sorrentino's film The Great Beauty. Tavener was knighted in 2000 for his services to music and won an Ivor Novello Award.
Latest releases
Recent highlights
40 The Anniversary Collection
Locus Iste
100 Years of Nine Lessons & Carols
White Light: The Space Between
Tavener/Panufnik - 99 Words
Adeste Fideles - Christmas Carols from Her Majesty's Chapel Royal
Western Wind - Mass by John Taverner & Court Music for Henry VIII
Time And Its Passing
Carols from Queen's
The Song of the Stars
John Tavener Canciones Espanolas
A Knight's Progress
The Wonder of Christmas
Requiem: 30 Serene Choral Masterpieces
LOVE AND MARRIAGE: Classical Music for Your Wedding