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Neville Marriner
1924 - 2016
Neville Marriner
1924 - 2016
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BORN
1924
DIED
2016
Neville Marriner Obituary
The Academy of St Martin in the Fields became one of the most popular and widely recorded chamber orchestras in the world. The ensemble began as a group of friends playing in Marriner’s living room. The group’s first concert took place in London’s Trafalgar Square in 1958.
Academy Chairman Paul Aylieff, said: “We are greatly saddened by today’s news. Sir Neville’s artistic and recording legacy, not only with the academy but with orchestras and audiences worldwide, is immense. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and worked with him, and the academy will ensure it continues to be an excellent and fitting testament to Sir Neville.”
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The group did the soundtrack for the Oscar-winning movie “Amadeus” in 1984. The album is one of the most successful classical music recordings of all time. It topped the U.S. album chart and has sold over 6.5 million copies.
Marriner was a violinist who played with the London Symphony Orchestra in London when he formed St. Martins. He later became the music director and principal conductor of both the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra and the Südwest Deutsche Radio Orchestra in Stuttgart, Germany.
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Scott Chamberland
October 8, 2016
Rest in Peace
Carol
October 7, 2016
So sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. May it bring comfort in knowing that God cares and will remember our loved ones as promised in the Holy Writings at Hosea 13:14 "From the hand of Sheol I shall redeem them from death I shall recover them. Where are your stings, O Death...compassion itself will be concealed from my eyes".
John I. O'Day
October 5, 2016
A great life well lived!
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Sidney Jones
October 4, 2016
My sincere condolences at times such as this,few words of comfort maybe all that you can bear,so rely on God of all comfort and he will comfort you every morning in times of distress Isaiah 33:2.
October 4, 2016
Mr Merriner seem to have been loved and respected by many many people. May the God of comfort be with his family and friends at this time of deep sorrow. God love and care for.you.
Lee
October 4, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family. Make God your stronghold during this difficult time
Christopher Dodrill
October 3, 2016
Deepest condolences on the sad passing of Sir Neville from his many admirers in New York. His appearances here with many orchestras will always be considered special events. Thank you, Sir Neville.
Wright
October 3, 2016
To the Marriner family: Our heartfelt condolences,may the God of comfort,comfort you in the difficult days ahead,also may your fond memories bring joy of heart.
October 3, 2016
May the God of all comfort be with family and loved ones.
Peter K. Gardner
October 3, 2016
What an immense loss to all musicians/music lovers everywhere, as well as to his family and friends! I have spent a great deal of my life being enthralled by the interpretations and technical excellence of Mr. Marriner and his orchestra. He is and will be sorely missed. Requiescat in pace, Neville.
Dennis Saker
October 3, 2016
One of the most underrated conductors. I will miss you.
October 3, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
DS
October 3, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
October 3, 2016
Deepest condolences to both family and friends of Mr. Marriner.
KB
October 3, 2016
Extraordinary man - his skills and genius will be long missed.
October 3, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shaune Kelly Scott
October 3, 2016
Thanks be to God that He gave us the gift of Sir Neville. May flights of angels sing him to his rest.
R D
October 3, 2016
My prayer go out to the family and friends of Mr. Neville Marriner. May you have comfort from God the Father.
October 3, 2016
My condolences to the friends and family of Sir Neville for your loss. Music is something that unites people of all walks of life. We thank him for that. May you find the strength to face tomorrow without him in the love that surrounds you today (Proverbs 19:17) ~ Linda, Queens, NY
J
October 3, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mcghee
October 3, 2016
At the end of a life a is a legacy of love and memories. Hold on to those memories and may the God of comfort bring you peace during these difficult days ahead.
October 3, 2016
I am truly sorry to hear about Neville Marriner. What a long and wonderful life he enjoyed! His fine legacy will surely be remembered. May he forever live in our hearts and in God's Book of Life.
Adrian Barnette
October 3, 2016
We'll miss you !
Meg Lark
October 3, 2016
What a sad loss for the music community. My husband and I were thrilled to discover Sir Neville and the Academy back in the early '70s. He was one of the pioneers of chamber-orchestra music, and how refreshing was his approach, after too many years of symphonic bombast. We shall miss his light and sure touch.
Marilynn
October 2, 2016
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of Mr. Neville Marriner. Words cannot began to express the sadness that you are feeling at this time in your lives. I pray that God will grant you strength, needed to get trough this moment in your lives. Always remember to throw your burdens on God because he cares for you.-1 Peter 5:6,7.
Harry Simpson
October 2, 2016
Godspeed, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Vladimir Hess
October 2, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
STEPHEN
October 2, 2016
God Bless! Heartfelt condolences to the family.
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