Carl Davis was an American-born British conductor and compuser who wrote music for more than 100 television programs including the landmark ITV series World at War (1973) and BBC's Pride and Prejudice (1995). He created new scores for concert and cinema performances of vintage silent movies and composed film, ballet and concert scores that were performed worldwide such as (in collaboration with Paul McCartney) the Liverpool Oratorio in 1991.
Carl Davis
Composer, conductor


75th Creative Arts: In Memoriam (Saturday)
The Television Academy takes a moment to celebrate the lives and accomplishments of some of our colleagues who passed away this year. Presented in the 75th Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Saturday, January 6, 2024.
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