Age, Biography and Wiki
Birth Day | March 16, 1920 |
Birth Place | England |
Age | 103 YEARS OLD |
Birth Sign | Pisces |
Net worth: $50 Thousand (2024)
John Addison, a renowned composer hailing from England, is estimated to have a net worth of $50 thousand in 2024. With a career spanning several decades, Addison has established himself as a prominent figure in the world of music composition. His exceptional talent and contributions to the industry have earned him both critical acclaim and financial success. Throughout his illustrious career, Addison has worked on various notable projects, including film scores, television themes, and orchestral compositions. Despite his incredible achievements, Addison remains committed to his craft, continuously delighting audiences with his unparalleled musical prowess.
About
Academy Award and Grammy Award winner for his score to "Tom Jones," the classic 1963 film. His theme song for the long-running TV series "Murder, She Wrote" later won an Emmy.
Before Fame
He entered the Royal College of Music at age 16, where he was a student of composer Gordon Jacob, oboist Léon Goossens, and clarinetist Frederick Thurston.
Trivia
His pieces, 'If He Swing By the String' and 'Such Trying Times,' both from 'Tom Jones,' were recorded by Marlene Dietrich.
Family Life
His father was a colonel in the British Army. He was married to his wife Pamela until his death.
Associated With
He wrote the score for Alfred Hitchcock's film "Torn Curtain" from 1966, replacing Bernard Herrmann after the director and Herrmann parted ways and ended a long collaboration.