The Beatles: a musical appreciation and analysis by composer, Howard Goodall CBE

(c) 2004 Channel Four: The Beatles 20th Century Greats UPDATE: here s John Lennon on George Martin s influence in a 1975 BBC interview with whispering Bob Harris: Music has been a central part of my entire life, yet to this day I ve never understood how it all works in terms of its emotional mechanics. In Desert Island Discs mode, for me there are three towering influences: The Beatles, Bach, and Handel they are the big three, without question. And for for those of us who hold the music of The Beatles in the highest esteem, here classical composer Howard Goodall gives us an informed and absorbing account of their musical innovation, their influence, and their lasting legacy. It s a real privilege to be educated by someone who can express the language of music so eloquently, as classical composer and wider musician. Not everyone is going to agree with him here, but he s persuasive. I m looking forward to comments about Howard Goodall s personal survey here, and to kic