Reg Tilsley

Reg Tilsley was a British composer, arranger, and conductor born in Croydon, Surrey, in 1926. He began his musical journey as a chorister at Westminster Abbey and later attended the London College of Music. Tilsley furthered his studies in conducting under Jerzy Gert in Stuttgart. His career flourished with De Wolfe Music, where he composed extensively for film and television, creating iconic library music. Notable works include the *Tilsley Orchestral* series and compositions featured in films like *The Body Stealers* and *What’s Good for the Goose*. His music has been widely used in TV shows such as *The Sweeney* and *The Benny Hill Show*, and more recently in *Breaking Bad*. Tilsley's compositions have also been sampled by artists like Drake and Soulja Boy.

Tilsley's versatility extended beyond library music; he worked with various artists, arranging and conducting for stars like Tom Jones and Engelbert Humperdinck. His music continues to be featured in contemporary films, such as *Letters to Juliet* and *Laggies*. Reg Tilsley passed away in 1987 at the age of 61, leaving behind a legacy of influential and enduring music.

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