Sir Arthur Bliss

A pioneering biography of Sir Arthur Bliss, one of the most important British musicians of his age. His portfolio of works included ballet and film (H. G. Wells's Things to Come remains one of the finest film scores). He was Director of Music at the BBC from 1942-1944, was knighted and soon after appointed Master of the Queen's Music. Paul Spicer is a leading authority on twentieth-century British music.