As per our current Database, Gordon Jacob has been died on Jun 8, 1984 (age 88).
When Gordon Jacob die, Gordon Jacob was 88 years old.
| Popular As | Gordon Jacob |
| Occupation | Composer |
| Age | 88 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Born | July 5, 1895 (England) |
| Birthday | July 5 |
| Town/City | England |
| Nationality | England |
Gordon Jacob’s zodiac sign is Cancer. According to astrologers, the sign of Cancer belongs to the element of Water, just like Scorpio and Pisces. Guided by emotion and their heart, they could have a hard time blending into the world around them. Being ruled by the Moon, phases of the lunar cycle deepen their internal mysteries and create fleeting emotional patterns that are beyond their control. As children, they don't have enough coping and defensive mechanisms for the outer world, and have to be approached with care and understanding, for that is what they give in return.
Gordon Jacob was born in the Year of the Goat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Goat enjoy being alone in their thoughts. They’re creative, thinkers, wanderers, unorganized, high-strung and insecure, and can be anxiety-ridden. They need lots of love, support and reassurance. Appearance is important too. Compatible with Pig or Rabbit.
Known for his use of wind instruments. His version of the British National Anthem was used for Queen Elizabeth II's 1953 coronation.
He served in the Field Artillery division during World War I and later the infantry. He was captured in 1917 and entertained the other POWs by making music with any instruments they could find around the prison camp.
He taught at the Royal College of Music from 1924 to 1966.
He was the youngest of 10 children. He married his second wife Margaret Gray in 1959, who was his first wife's niece and 42 years his junior.
His life was turned into a 1959 BBC documentary directed by Ken Russell.
