Bournemouth Symphony Chorus
Composer, Explorer and BSC Vice President Dr David Fanshawe ...
... died at midday on Monday 5th July 2010. His best known work, African Sanctus has been performed thousands of times around the globe by amateur and professional choirs and is arguably the most successful choral work of the 20th century. Another of his other amazing achievements was to capture for posterity ethnic music from the African continent, Polynesia and Micronesia, usually travelling alone and making recordings on battery operated reel to reel equipment. The quality of those recordings is remarkable and forms an extensive resource for research and a significant collection for future generations. David Fanshawe was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Music in 2009 for this work by the University of Western England (UWE). He was the most enthusiastic champion of the BSC, and loyal VP and will be missed by all who knew him. Personal tributes can be made on the forum established by his family www.davidfanshawe.com |