Sydney Carter (Poet) - Trivia, Family, Bio

Twentieth-century British songwriter, musician, and poet. He is best remembered for writing and performing the song "Lord of the Dance."

Before Fame

He studied history at Balliol College, Oxford and went on to work for a volunteer ambulance unit during World War II.

Trivia

He worked in the 1950s as a lyricist for musical revues.

Family Life

He was married twice; his second marriage, to Leela Nair, produced a son named Michael who grew up to be a neurosurgeon.

Associated With

He co-produced a musical album with acclaimed actress Sheila Hancock.