Peter Maxwell Davies (1934-2016)

[Karl Henning]

The only thing that ever really grabbed me was Eight Songs for a Mad King, and that was when I was at school about 45 years ago.

That is practically the only PMD piece I know, introduced to me decades ago when I was an undergrad, so I do feel I owe it to the composer to listen to more.

[foxandpeng]

I applaud you, and it's certainly inspired me to take another shot at PMD's music, so thanks for that.

Thank you 😊

[Luke]

That is practically the only PMD piece I know, introduced to me decades ago when I was an undergrad, so I do feel I owe it to the composer to listen to more.

I urge The Lighthouse on you, it's both a fabulously effective piece and his style at its most complete and communicative.

[Luke]

Have not seen it with this introductory film before. I think that is the real Flannan Isle PMD is on, not just a random island with a lighthouse.

[Karl Henning]

Have not seen it with this introductory film before. I think that is the real Flannan Isle PMD is on, not just a random island with a lighthouse.

Cheers!

[Karl Henning]

Have not seen it with this introductory film before. I think that is the real Flannan Isle PMD is on, not just a random island with a lighthouse.

Very much enjoyed this intro, thanks!

[relm1]

[Karl Henning]

Most interesting, thanks! Not merely interesting, but illuming.

[relm1]

Most interesting, thanks! Not merely interesting, but illuming.

I must also say, I was surprised that Dudley Moore who I only knew as a comedian was once known as a composer!!

[Luke]

He was a really talented musician, especially as a jazz pianist.

[Karl Henning]

He was a really talented musician, especially as a jazz pianist.

On one hand, he was cosmically under-utilized in Arthur. On t'other, hopefully it was a decent paycheck. Ditto, Sir Jn Gielgud.

[Pohjolas Daughter]

I must also say, I was surprised that Dudley Moore who I only knew as a comedian was once known as a composer!!

Ditto!

PD