Carl Davis

Carl Davis CBE (born October 28, 1936, New York City, United States) is an American born conductor and composer who has made his home in the UK since 1961. In 1970 he married the English actress Jean Boht. Carl is a conductor with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, and regularly conducts the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. He has written music for more than 100 television programs, but is best known for creating music to accompany silent ... More

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  • Oct 28, 1936 (age 75 years)

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  • Davis, Carl
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  • Dec 28, 1970
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  • 1981

BAFTA Award for Best Film Music Winners

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  • 1981

BAFTA Award for Best Film Music Nominees

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