Caernarfon Bay the story behind the music by David Allum

David Allum

Born July 1942 , in Birmingham, England to Norman and Kathleen, I went to Moseley Grammar School in Birmingham 1952-1960, where my music master was John Saint who lived in Paradise Lane . Hall Green. He often had to remind me of the dangers and pitfalls of the Locrian Mode and consecutive fifths and octaves , thank goodness for first and second inversions. He also taught me that a neapolitan six ... read more

David Allum

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Caernarfon Bay the story behind the music

David Allum

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In late December, on a visit to Caernarfon Castle which lies on the banks of the Menai Straits, I observed a magnificent and spectacular sunset which gave me the inspiration to write the music Caernarfon Bay. It is medieval times and a fanfare heralds the entry of the nobles from the castle then follows their short walk to the waters' edge there to view the sunset. A further fanfare announces the sunset reflecting on the shimmering waters of the Menai Strait. David Allum . Bangor. North Wales UK.

David Allum

Caernarfon Bay the story behind the music

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