Sir Michael Tippett

British composer and conductor

Sir Michael Tippett was a British composer, conductor, and pianist. He was born on May 10, 1914, in London, England, and studied at the Royal College of Music. Tippett's music is known for its complexity and innovation, and he was a prominent figure in the development of British modernism. He was knighted in 1971 for his services to music and was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1994.