This is a charming collection of  music composed by Duncan Lamont, the music originally featured in the beloved 1970s BBC children’s television series Mr Benn. Lamont, a prolific jazz musician and arranger, wrote the original soundtrack under the pseudonym Don Warren, and later adapted the music for clarinet and piano, capturing the whimsical spirit of the show.

Each piece evokes the magical adventures of Mr Benn, who steps into a costume shop and emerges into fantastical worlds. The arrangements are light-hearted yet musically rich, blending jazz-inflected harmonies with playful melodies.

Titles like “The Clown,” “The Spaceman,” and “Festive Road” reflect the imaginative episodes, and the clarinet’s expressive range brings these characters to life with warmth and nostalgia.

Suitable for intermediate players (around Grade 3+), the music is accessible yet rewarding, offering opportunities for dynamic phrasing and characterful interpretation.

It’s a delightful repertoire choice for recitals or informal performances, especially for those who grew up with the series.

Whether you’re revisiting childhood memories or discovering Mr Benn for the first time, Lamont’s music invites you to step through the shop door and into a world of musical storytelling.