Role

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Composer

Birth

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1901 in Harringay, London, England

Death

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1978 in London, England

Genre

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Vocal

 

Tolchard Evans was a British composer and pianist who was born on October 15, 1901, in Swansea, Wales. He was the son of a music teacher and grew up in a musical family. Evans showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at a young age. He received his formal musical education at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he studied composition and piano. After completing his studies, Evans began his career as a pianist and composer. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented musician and was soon in demand as a performer. He played in various venues throughout London and also worked as a session musician, playing on recordings for other artists. In the 1920s, Evans began composing music for films. He wrote the score for the silent film "The Lodger" in 1927, which was directed by Alfred Hitchcock. The film was a critical and commercial success, and Evans' music received praise for its ability to enhance the suspenseful atmosphere of the film. Evans continued to compose music for films throughout the 1930s and 1940s. He wrote the score for the film "The Stars Look Down" in 1940, which was directed by Carol Reed and starred Michael Redgrave. The film was a critical success, and Evans' music received praise for its emotional depth and ability to capture the mood of the film. In addition to his work in film, Evans also composed music for the stage. He wrote the music for the musical "The Fleet's Lit Up" in 1938, which was a popular success and ran for over 500 performances in London's West End. He also wrote the music for the musical "The Lisbon Story" in 1946, which was less successful but still received positive reviews for its music. Evans' most famous composition is the song "Lady of Spain," which he wrote in 1931. The song became a hit in the United Kingdom and the United States, and it has since become a classic of the easy listening genre. The song has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Bing Crosby, Eddie Fisher, and Dean Martin. Evans continued to compose music throughout the 1950s and 1960s. He wrote the score for the film "The Heart of a Man" in 1959, which was directed by Herbert Wilcox and starred Frankie Vaughan. The film was a commercial success, and Evans' music received praise for its romantic and emotional qualities. In addition to his work as a composer, Evans was also a respected pianist. He performed in various venues throughout the United Kingdom and also made several recordings. His recordings of popular songs and classical music were well-received, and he was known for his sensitive and expressive playing. Evans died on March 10, 1978, in London, England. He left behind a legacy of music that includes film scores, stage musicals, and popular songs. His music is still enjoyed by audiences today and continues to be performed and recorded by musicians around the world.

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