Told in a series of interviews with Sir David Willcocks and rounded out with reflections from a role-call of eminent composers, musicians, and friends, this book presents a portrait of a highly gifted musician whose leadership, decency, and humanity have inspired countless singers to follow his example and live a life in music.

Foreword: by the Prince of Wales Introduction: by William Owen Chapter 1: Childhood and Westminster Abbey (1919-1934) Interlude 1: Reflections on Childhood Chapter 2: From Clifton College to King's College (1934-1940) Interlude 2: Reflections on Clifton Chapter 3: War Years (1940-1945) Interlude 3: David's War Chapter 4: Return to King's College and Salisbury Cathedral (1945-1950) Interlude 4: Reflections on Salisbury Chapter 5: Worcester Cathedral and the City of Birmingham Choir (1950-1957) Interlude 5: Reflections on Worcester Chapter 6: Director of Music, King's College (1957-1974) Interlude 6: Cambridge Voices Chapter 7: The Bach Choir (1960-1998) Interlude 7: Reflections on The Bach Choir Chapter 8: Director, Royal College of Music (1974-1984) Interlude 8: Reflections on the Royal College Chapter 9: A Musical 'Retirement' Interlude 9: Reflections on Retirement

David Willcocks

`Sir David comes across as a hugely engaging character, and his own and other people's recollections in this book provide a lively snapshot of what already seems like another age.' Clare Stevens, Music Teacher, December 08