The collection
A museum of a musical life
Scores given and scores written, artworks pressed into his hands, photographs signed across a lifetime. Every piece is catalogued here — and many can travel, on loan, to exhibitions where they belong.
Room I · 2 pieces
The Manuscript Room
Scores, charts and pressings — the working paper behind the music.
Room II · 13 pieces
The Screening Room
Keepsakes from the sound stages, from Life of Brian to Titanic.
Room III · 12 pieces
The Honours Gallery
Emmy nights, industry honours and the evenings around them.
Room IV · 6 pieces
The 10 Room
Portraits from London's after-hours stage.
Room V · 1 pieces
The Poster Wall
Handbills and listings that outlived the venues.
Room VI · 72 pieces
The Company Gallery
Gifts, dedications and photographs shared with a lifetime of collaborators.
For curators
Bring the collection to your walls
Museums, festivals, colleges and galleries may borrow single pieces or a whole room. Each loan is arranged personally with John, with condition notes and handling agreed in advance.