The ‘Armed Man’ composer spoke to Classic FM’s John Humphrys about writing ‘Adiemus’ and being a ‘composer for peace’ – in a special interview for the musician’s 80th birthday. Celebrating his 80th ...

Adiemus is, quite simply, the twentieth-century definition of ‘classical crossover’. His music knows no bounds – and that is very much its virtue. In 1995, Adiemus ensured that this Welsh composer of ...

When he turned his back on a successful career composing music for TV adverts to launch an album featuring an invented “language” many people may have been surprised by Karl Jenkins’ decision. But not ...

Written in a completely invented language, Sir Karl Jenkins’ most famous work ‘Adiemus’ received a moving standing ovation at the Royal Albert Hall. The Welsh maestro conducts the Royal Scottish ...