Age, Biography and Wiki
| Birth Day | May 29, 1948 |
| Birth Place | England |
| Age | 75 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Gemini |
Net worth: $100 million (2024)
Michael Berkeley, the acclaimed composer from England, is a highly regarded figure in the music industry. With a net worth estimated to be around $100 million in 2024, his successful career and notable contributions have greatly contributed to his wealth. Known for his exceptional talent and versatility, Berkeley has composed numerous renowned works across various genres, including orchestral, chamber, and choral music. His compositions have garnered critical acclaim and earned him prestigious awards and accolades. With his exceptional skills and artistic vision, Michael Berkeley continues to be a respected figure in the music world, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.
About
British composer known to radio fans for hosting "Private Passions" on BBC Radio 3. He received the Guinness Prize for Composition in 1977. His works included an oboe concerto from 1977, the oratorio "Or Shall We Die?" from 1982, "Twenty-One" from 1991, and the chamber opera "For You" from 2009.
Before Fame
He studied piano, singing, and composition at the Royal Academy of Music. He did not begin focusing on composition until he was in his late twenties. His primary composition teacher was Richard Rodney Bennett.
Trivia
He was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2012.
Family Life
He was the son of famed composer Sir Lennox Berkeley. His godfather was Benjamin Britten. He fathered a daughter named Jessica with his wife Deborah Rogers.
Associated With
He had many notable guests on "Private Passions," including Kiran Desai in 2007.
