John Tavener

Top songs

The Lamb
Nunc Dimittis

About John Tavener

John Tavener was a British composer born in 1944, known for his deeply spiritual and religious music. He gained prominence with works like 'The Whale' and 'Song for Athene.' Tavener's compositions often draw on Byzantine and Orthodox Christian traditions, reflecting his conversion to the Russian Orthodox Church in 1977.

Tavener's music frequently explores themes of divine revelation, childlike innocence, and the mystery of creation. His later works delve into God's sacred presence and spiritual peace, aiming to evoke a sense of life fulfillment and contentment. Through his compositions, Tavener sought to bring listeners closer to a sense of the divine and the eternal.