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Wilfred Josephs was a prolific composer and his classical works include 12 symphonies, 22 concertos, overtures, chamber music, operas, ballets, vocal works – almost all of which had been written to commission.
The Wilfred Josephs Society was founded in 1994 to promote interest in the music of this unique composer of both classical and commercial music. For over four decades Wilfred Josephs has led an enviably creative and prolific career as one of Britain's most distinguished composers.
The Eichmann trial reawakened Josephs' horror at the sufferings of Jews during the Second World War. In memory of those who died, he wrote a String Quintet, which consisted of three slow movements and originally bore the title Requiescant.
Wilfred Josephs. British composer. Learn about this topic in these articles: use of sonata form. In sonata: New principles of musical form.
A prolific composer who nearly always wrote to commission, Josephs concert works include 12 symphonies, 22 concertos, overtures, chamber music, operas, ballets and numerous vocal works. Opera North commissioned and performed Rebecca at the Grand Theatre, Leeds in 1983.
Wilfred Josephs was born on 24 July 1927 in Newcastle, England, UK. He was a composer and writer, known for Waterloo (1970), Touch of Death (1961) and Mystery and Imagination (1966). He was married to Valerie Wisbey. He died on 17 November 1997 in London, England, UK.
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Dec 20, 1997 · Wilfred Josephs, composer: born Newcastle upon Tyne 24 July 1927; married 1956 Valerie Wisbey (two daughters); died London 17 November 1997.
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