Short bio Donald Swann
Full biography Donald Swann
Donald Swann was a renowned English composer, best known for his musical collaborations with lyricist Michael Flanders. Born on September 30, 1923, in Wales, Swann showed an inclination towards music from an early age and was a talented pianist.
Swann's musical career truly took flight when he met Michael Flanders in 1939. The duo collaborated on a wide range of musical projects, including humorous satirical songs and musical revues, which won them widespread fame and recognition. Their most famous work, "The Hippopotamus Song," also known as "Mud, Mud, Glorious Mud," became an instant classic when it was first broadcast on the radio in 1957.
Throughout his career, Swann composed for a variety of mediums, including theater, film, television, and orchestral works. Among his most notable works were the musical revue "At the Drop of a Hat," which he wrote with Flanders, and the score for the film "The Water Babies."
Swann received a number of accolades and honors for his contributions to music, including a CBE in 1984 and an honorary doctorate from the University of Wales. He passed away on March 23, 1994, leaving behind a rich legacy of musical compositions and collaborations that continue to entertain audiences around the world.
Albums featuring Donald Swann
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Donald Swann, Felicity Lott, Kathryn Rudge, John Mark Ainsley, Roderick Williams (3), Christopher Glynn – Songs Of Donald Swann(CD, Album) | 2017 | Hyperion |
| 2 | ![Cover for album: J.R.R. Tolkien [With] Music By Donald Swann – The Road Goes Ever On](https://themusicdictionary.org/image/110067/album) |
J.R.R. Tolkien [With] Music By Donald Swann – The Road Goes Ever On | 2002 | HarperCollins Publishers |
| 3 |  |
Donald Swann, Lucinda Broadbridge, Juliet Alderdice, Jeffrey Cresswell, John Jannsson – The Isles Of Greece(CD, Album) | 1999 | Divine Art |
| 4 |  |
Donald Swann And Frank Topping – Swann With Topping(LP, Album, Stereo) | 1981 | MMT (3) |
| 5 |  |
The Chapel Choir Of Highfield School / Jonathan Butcher (2) / Donald Swann / Philip Martin / Colin Warnock – Highfield Style(LP) | 1979 | Strobe (2) |
| 6 |  |
Cleo Laine / Chris Barber's Jazz Band / Donald Swann / Sydney Carter / Jeremy Taylor – Wavendon 77(2×LP, Transcription) | 1977 | BBC Transcription Services |
| 7 |  |
The Rope Of Love(LP) | 1973 | Galliard |
| 8 |  |
The Song Of Caedmon(LP, Stereo) | 1971 | Galliard |
| 9 |  |
Lilli Malandraki With Donald Swann – An Evening In Crete | 1970 | World Record Club |
| 10 |  |
Donald Swann Sings Songs Of Faith And Doubt | 1964 | Argo (2) |
| 11 |  |
Sing Round The Year | 1963 | Galliard |
| 12 |  |
Festival Matins(7", 45 RPM, EP) | 1963 | Argo (2) |
| 13 |  |
Michael Flanders, Donald Swann – The Little Drummer Boy / The Youth Of The Heart | 1959 | Parlophone |
| 14 |  |
Sebastian Shaw And Marjorie Westbury With Donald Swann – London Sketches(10", Album) | 1958 | Pye Records |
| 15 |  |
Ian Wallace (3) With Donald Swann – The Wallace Collection (Of Human Portraits)(7", EP, 45 RPM) | 1957 | Parlophone |
| 16 |  |
Ian Wallace (3) With Donald Swann – Wallace's Private Zoo | 1956 | Parlophone |
| 17 |  |
Michael Flanders And Donald Swann – At The Drop Of A Hat(CD, Album) | - | Hallmark Records |
| 18 |  |
Donald Swann And The Choir Of The Friends' School, Saffron Walden – Donald Swann And The Choir Of The Friends' School, Saffron Walden(7", 45 RPM, EP) | - | F-S-S-W Recording |
Videos featuring Donald Swann
Little Drummer Boy - Michael Flanders
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Little Drummer Boy
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Little Drummer Boy · Michael Flanders
65 Songs for Christmas
℗ 2016 Simply Media TV Ltd
Released on: 2012-10-01
Main Artist: Michael Flanders
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The Youth of The Heart
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