The Pantheist Index

Delius, Frederick (1862 - 1934): English composer whose Pantheistic views were reflected in much of his work.

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• Song of Summer (5) Probably director Ken Russell's finest work, "Song of Summer" portrays the final years of Pantheist composer Frederick Delius. While Pantheism is not addressed directly, Delius's hatred of Christianity and love of Nature are key themes in this immensely moving film.

• A Collection of Quotes about Frederick Delius Quotes from various sources with several references to the influence of Nature upon Delius's work.

• Delius 1862 - 1934 The official Delius website including comprehensive information about the composer's life and works.

• Frederick Delius Informative view of various important Delius compositions by an anonymous fan.

• Frederick Delius Snapshot Brief information that includes a reference to Delius's Pantheistic love of Nature and a quotation to that effect.

• The Brass Cuckoo Transcript of a 1984 radio play by Carole Rosen based upon correspondence between Delius and the young Philip Heseltine (Peter Warlock). Contains Delius's comment, "I believe, myself, in no doctrine whatever, and in nothing but Nature, and the great forces of Nature".

• The Music of Frederick Delius Comprehensive Delius site including sound and picture files.