Ralph Allwood, born on April 30, 1950, is a British choral conductor and
composer. He studied music at Van Mildert College, Durham, graduating in 1972.
During his university years, he conducted the Durham University Chamber Choir
from 1970 to 1972. Allwood's career took off when he became the Precentor and
Director of Music at Eton College in 1985, a position he held until 2011. He
implemented significant changes to the music department and directed the College
Chapel Choir. During his tenure, he released several albums including Christmas
Music From Eton College Chapel Choir (20...