Adrian Cruft

British composer and double bass player. Born 10 February 1921 in Mitcham, Surrey, England, UK - Died 20 February 1987 in London, England, UK. He studied composition and double bass at the Royal College of Music, London (1938-40 & 1946-47). Played with major London orchestras (1947-1969). Appointed teacher of harmony (composition) at the Royal College of Music in January 1962. He became Chairman of the Composers' Guild of Great Britain in 1966. Son of Eugene Cruft and father of Ben Cruft.