Jennifer Johnston, the mezzo-soprano on this album, is a "Scouser" (someone from Liverpool) and was an Artist in Residence with the Liverpool Philharmonic.
Recording & Production
Profits from this album will benefit Alder Hey Children's Charity and the Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Company, supporting children's healthcare and young musicians.
Historical Context
Liverpool was a major port and hub for migration, including the Windrush generation and those in slavery, which led to anti-slavery campaigns.
Recording & Production
This album features works by seven young composers from the Liverpool Philharmonic, all at the beginning of their careers.
Composition History
John Newton, the author of 'Amazing Grace' (featured on this album), was Liverpool's Tide Surveyor and an anti-slavery campaigner.
Cultural Impact
Liverpool is a UNESCO City of Music, known for its outstanding venues and a multicultural population that attends diverse musical events.
Historical Context
Liverpool, the city celebrated on this album, has a turbulent history, including being a target for Luftwaffe bombs in World War Two and experiencing abandonment by Margaret Thatcher in the 1980s.
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