Alwyn began his professional career as a flautist, playing with the London Symphony Orchestra, which gave him an inside knowledge of orchestral texture.
Composition History
Alwyn's Divertimento for Solo Flute, written in 1939, gave him confidence in his musical vocabulary and style.
Composer Biography
William Alwyn, born in 1905, was a student at the Royal Academy of Music, where he won scholarships for flute and composition, and also made his mark as a pianist.
Album & Artwork
The album cover features a self-portrait by William Alwyn and his own 'Mirages' poems, reproduced with his permission.
Composer Biography
Alwyn contributed over fifty film scores, including 'Desert Victory' (1943) and 'Odd Man Out' (1947).
Composer's Artistic Vision
Alwyn believed it was important to write in a direct and appealing style, prioritizing communication over abstract experimentation.
Composer Biography
At the age of twenty-one, Alwyn joined the composition staff of the Royal Academy of Music, where he remained for thirty years until 1956.
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