Sir Neville Marriner, one of the world’s greatest conductors, has died. The founder of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, who conducted many of the world’s leading orchestras, died in his sleep on Sunday, aged 92, the academy said. Marriner was still conducting into his 90s, conducting a concert to celebrate entering his 10th decade two years ago, which included a rendition of Happy Birthday. Sir Neville’s artistic and recording legacy, not only with the academy but with orchestras and audiences worldwide is immense. Marriner was music director of the academy from its formation in 1958 to 2011 when he became life president.

Source: The Guardian October 02, 2016 14:45 UTC