Country

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United Kingdom

Formed

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July 24, 1917 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Disband

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April 23, 2005 in Guersney, England

Genre

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Crossover

 

 

Orchestral

 

Robert Farnon was a Canadian-born composer, arranger, and conductor who made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. He was born on July 24, 1917, in Toronto, Canada, and grew up in a musical family. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist, which inspired him to pursue a career in music. Farnon began his musical career as a trumpeter in various dance bands in Toronto. He later moved to England in 1944, where he joined the Canadian Band of the Allied Expeditionary Force. During his time in the band, he worked as an arranger and conductor, which helped him to develop his skills in orchestration. After the war, Farnon stayed in England and began working as a freelance arranger and conductor. He quickly gained a reputation for his innovative arrangements and became one of the most sought-after arrangers in the industry. He worked with many famous artists, including Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and Ella Fitzgerald. Farnon's first major breakthrough came in 1948 when he composed the music for the film "Spring in Park Lane." The film was a huge success, and Farnon's music received critical acclaim. This led to more opportunities in the film industry, and he went on to compose music for many other films, including "Captain Horatio Hornblower," "The Story of Three Loves," and "The Court Jester." In addition to his work in the film industry, Farnon also composed and arranged music for television and radio. He worked on many popular shows, including "The Goon Show," "Hancock's Half Hour," and "The Benny Hill Show." His music was known for its lush orchestration and sophisticated harmonies, which set it apart from other music of the time. Farnon's talent as a conductor was also widely recognized. He conducted many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra. He was known for his ability to bring out the best in the musicians he worked with and for his attention to detail. Throughout his career, Farnon received many awards and honors for his contributions to the world of classical music. In 1975, he was awarded the Order of Canada, which is the highest civilian honor in Canada. He was also awarded the Ivor Novello Award for his contributions to British music. Farnon continued to work in the music industry until his death in 2005. His legacy lives on through his music, which continues to be performed and recorded by orchestras around the world. He is remembered as one of the most talented and innovative composers and arrangers of his time, and his contributions to the world of classical music will be remembered for generations to come.

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