I am a composer and historical researcher living in Stafford, England. I also make videos exploring the “Spirit of Place” with music and images and there are links to many of these on Youtube.
RECENT PROJECTS:
Thomas Anson of Shugborough and his Friends
Antonin Kammell – a Bohemian Composer in 18th Century England
Floyer Sydenham – a forgotten 18th century Platonist
Mignon Harman – perhaps a secret daughter of Sir Edward Elgar
Aimee Mallabey – a woman of mystery
Hidden Music – studies of Musical Theology
Here is a video by Keri Ford, who interviewed me in May 2019. It gives the background to what I do.
Pearl – a film of the 14th century poem adapted from the translation by Simon Armitage
MUSIC
WRITING
CAMERA OBSCURA – exploring the Spirit of Place in images and music
VIDEO TALKS:
The Lyre and the Music of Creation (A talk for RILKO, March 2025)
Saint Cecilia and the November Mysteries
Peter Sterry and the Masque of Love
Introducing Bonaventure Part 1 – The Soul’s Journey
Introducing Bonaventure Part 2 – The Tree of Life
