A Time of Vision and Eternity: Songs & Chamber Music
1/24/2020, 21 Tracks, 1:21:55
Featuring
Edward Reid
Jason Carder
Jeremy Huw Williams
Paula Fan
Rex Woods
Jackie Glazer
Michelle Gott
Lauren Rustad Roth
Timothy Kantor
Brian Luce
Marissa Olegario
Sara Fraker
William Mathias
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Performer Biography
Pianist Paula Fan, who performs on this album, has performed on five continents, recorded over 25 albums, and was a Regents Professor at the University of Arizona.
Composer Biography
William Mathias, one of the most significant Welsh composers of the 20th century, was born in Whitland, South West Wales, and studied at the University College of Wales, Aberystwyth, and the Royal Academy of Music.
Recording & Production
This recording features several world premiere recordings, including the Ceremonial Fanfare and Two Welsh Folk Songs.
Performer Biography
Jeremy Huw Williams, the Welsh baritone on this recording, has appeared in over 60 operatic roles and made more than 30 commercial recordings, including over 10 solo discs of songs.
Composer's Artistic Vision
William Mathias viewed music as an essentially expressive medium, which is evident in his finely crafted songs and his ability to write idiomatically for every instrument.
Composer Biography
William Mathias served as professor and head of the music department at the University College of North Wales, Bangor, from 1970 to 1988.
