Role

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Composer Conductor  

Country

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United Kingdom

Birth

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May 5, 1936 in London, England

Death

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December 30, 2014

Period

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Contemporary

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Film

 

Patrick Gowers was a British composer known for his contributions to classical music, particularly in the field of film and television scores. Born on June 5, 1936, in Islington, London, Gowers grew up in a family of musicians. His father, Sir Hugh Gowers, was a renowned civil servant and his mother, Lady Gowers, was a pianist. Gowers began playing the piano at a young age and showed a natural talent for music. Gowers attended Winchester College, where he continued to develop his musical skills. He went on to study music at Oxford University, where he was a member of the Oxford University Dramatic Society. During his time at Oxford, Gowers composed music for several productions, including a production of Shakespeare's "The Tempest." After graduating from Oxford, Gowers began his career as a composer, working primarily in the field of film and television scores. He composed music for a number of popular British television shows, including "The Forsyte Saga," "Smiley's People," and "Middlemarch." He also composed music for several films, including "The Ruling Class" and "The Fourth Protocol." In addition to his work in film and television, Gowers was also a prolific composer of classical music. He composed several orchestral works, including a symphony and a concerto for violin and orchestra. He also composed several chamber works, including a string quartet and a piano trio. One of Gowers' most famous works is his score for the BBC television series "Sherlock Holmes," which aired in the 1980s. The score, which was performed by the National Philharmonic Orchestra, was praised for its use of traditional orchestral instruments and its incorporation of period instruments, such as the harpsichord and the lute. Gowers' other notable works include his score for the film "The Company of Wolves," which was praised for its haunting and atmospheric quality, and his score for the television series "The Norman Conquests," which won a BAFTA award for Best Original Television Music. Throughout his career, Gowers was known for his ability to create music that was both emotionally powerful and intellectually stimulating. His music was often characterized by its use of complex harmonies and rhythms, as well as its incorporation of traditional and modern musical elements. Gowers continued to compose music until his death in 2014. His contributions to classical music and film and television scores have left a lasting impact on the world of music, and his legacy continues to inspire new generations of composers and musicians.

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