Iain Burnside, the pianist on this recording, is known for his insightful programming and has appeared in recital with many leading singers.
Composition History
The excerpts from Michael Tippett's "Songs for Ariel" are included because the aging composer coached Andrew Watts on the cycle, even scribbling marks into the score Watts still uses.
Performer Biography
Andrew Watts, the countertenor on this album, has championed contemporary music throughout his thirty-year professional singing career.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The composers featured on this album, though diverse in taste, share a similar spirit in the works they have written for Andrew Watts.
Album & Artwork
This album, "A Countertenor Songbook", continues the tradition of songbooks as anthologies of works reflecting a specific historical moment.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at Potton Hall, Suffolk, between February 23rd and 25th, 2018.
Album & Artwork
The cover image for this album is a painting by Arjun Devanesan, who is also Andrew Watts's husband.
