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Angela Morley Obituary

Morley, Angela
passed away peacefully at age 84, January 14th, 2009. Born in Leeds, Yorkshire, Angela was a highly regarded composer, conductor and arranger. After a long career in British radio, television, films and recording (with artists such as Mel Tormé, Rosemary Clooney and Benny Goodman), she moved to Los Angeles in 1980 where she wrote for numerous television series and orchestrated several John Williams films, such as 'Starwars', 'Superman' and 'Schindler's List'. She won three Emmys and two Academy award nominations. Angela also wrote arrangements for the Boston Pops Orchestra and for Yo Yo Ma and Itzhak Perlman. Since 1994 she lived in Scottsdale. She is survived by her partner Christine, and by son Bryan, grandchildren Sam, Tania and James and great-grandchildren Luc and Lyla.

Published by The Arizona Republic from Jan. 17 to Jan. 18, 2009.
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I am the former principal flute of the BBC Radio Orchestra (1973-76) where I first met Angela. She wrote special arrangements for the orchestra and several had important flute parts which she wrote for me. When I left the orchestra I met her regularly in the studios of London and I played for her on "The Slipper and the Rose' and also "Watership Down". A truly great musician and a wonderful person. A great loss to the international musical world. She will be missed.

Adrian Brett

January 21, 2009

My deepest sympathies are with her loved ones. Angela was a generous and inspiring friend. I will miss her more than I can ever say.

Leeanne O'Neill

January 19, 2009

Angela: A very great lady, a towering musician, and a wonderful friend and inspiration. I will miss you more than I can say.

Lew Williams

January 18, 2009

Angela was a congenial neighbor who carried herself with great dignity. Her music graces our home on many occasions.

Gene & Sandy Glass

January 18, 2009

Very sad to hear of her passing. She´s a great loss for the world of film music. I will pray for her

Peter-Anselm Görres

January 17, 2009

My Deepest sympathies are with her family and loved ones.
I was so fortunate to have been in contact with Miss Morley the past several years, as we shared our love of music, especially hers.
I will listen to her music today and forever in her honor.

David Sorensen

January 17, 2009

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