We are very sad to announce that George Fenton passed away unexpectedly on Monday 5th October 2026. He is survived by his loving wife Amanda, ex-wife Jane, children Gemma, Grace and Bridget, and Grandchildren Lola, Audrey, Alfred, George, Frank, Beatrice and a life of music.
“When I was young I never imagined I would write music for a living but I always knew that I wanted to be part of the world of music.”
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Film & TV Work
George has enjoyed long standing relationships with several directors incuding Richard Attenborough, Ken Loach, Andy Tenant and had the pleasure of working some of the worlds greatest musicians.
Featured Trailers
Wild Isles Live in Concert – London, Barbican, 18th January 2025
Experience highlights from the hit BBC series on the big screen with live orchestral music, conducted and presented by the series’ composer George Fenton.
Pam Ayres & George Fenton: Who Are You Calling Vermin? – Chester, Storyhouse Theatre, 16 November 2024 / Basingstoke, Anvil Arts, 18 November 2024
Pam Ayres introduces poems from her book “Who Are You Calling Vermin?” - about country conflict and its impact on our lives. Set to music by George Fenton. The show is a light-hearted exploration of tension in the countryside, which in poems, songs, and anecdotes, scrutinises the loss of wildlife, the changing climate, second homeowners, and the ever-present conflict between humans and animals. They Rap - They Rock - They Croon.
Wild Isles Live in Concert – Nottingham, Royal Concert Hall, 20 March 2024
Experience highlights from the hit BBC series on the big screen with live orchestral music from the BBC Concert Orchestra, conducted and presented by the series’ composer George Fenton.
Frozen Planet in Concert
The majestic polar regions that the BBC’s Frozen Planet captured are brought to life on whole new level in this breathtaking live performance of George Fenton’s score by the Philharmonia Orchestra. Watch the trailer to find out more.
Blue Planet in Concert
“This isn’t just a concert. This is an actual show with a beginning, middle and end” explains George Fenton in the trailer for Blue Planet in Concert. The original BBC show was entirely recut for this thrilling concert series, featuring a live score by the Philharmonic Orchestra.
Behind The Music
Get to know the man behind the music with these insights into George Fenton’s inspirations and career highlights.
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