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Profile: Shirley J. Thompson

25/02/2023

Shirley J. Thompson

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One of Britain's top composers, chosen to write new music for King Charles' coronation.

One of Britain's top classical composers, chosen to write new music for King Charles' coronation.

Born in London, to Jamaican parents who came to Britain as part of the 1950s Windrush generation, Shirley J. Thompson fell in love with music from a very young age – and it has remained her life’s passion.   She’s created music for film, TV, orchestras and opera.  Mark Coles talks to family and friends to find out what influences her work.  

Presenter: Mark Coles
Producers: Sally Abrahams and Georgia Coan
Editor: Simon Watts
Production Co-ordinator: Sabine Schereck
Sound Engineer: James Beard

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