David F Golightly studied composition with Richard Steinitz at Huddersfield University. Born in County Durham and now based in the Wear Valley North-East, a number of his compositions have been commissioned by eminent performers, including “Moods” for Roger Heaton, and “Rites of Passage” and “The St Petersburg Mass” for The Soglasie Male Voice Choir of St Petersburg”. David has had his music performed as far afield as America, Germany, Poland and Russia. To add to his credits, David was also acclaimed for the Baroque arrangements for the Rumanian opera singer Inessa Galante on her CD “Arietta”.
Much of David's serious music is recorded and can be obtained from Modrana Music Publishers/Promotions Ltd. or at most retail outlets. The First Symphony, now aptly named, 'The Middlesbrough Symphony", was recorded and promoted in partnership with Middlesbrough Football Club and was dedicated to their chairman Mr Steve Gibson. David was chairman of "The North-West Composers' Association" and, is a Member of the British Academy. In addition, he was also one of the classical representatives for the "PRS Advisory Group" established to assist the company review its public performance and broadcast policy.
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British Composers Series David F. Golightly by Dr David C F Wright From motor mechanic to composer must be an unusual transition but that is the case of David F Golightly. Another unusual aspect of this composer is his love for Russia and their apparent love for him and his music. Download the Biography here. |