Bantock was the first Principal of the School of Music at the Birmingham and Midland Institute (now the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire) and succeeded Elgar as Peyton professor at the city's university.
Composition History
Jean Sibelius, a Finnish composer, dedicated his Third Symphony to Bantock, acknowledging the Englishman's thorough musicianship.
Composer Biography
Bantock co-founded the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra in 1920, demonstrating his practical influence beyond his compositions.
Critical Reception
Despite his influence, much of Bantock's music fell into neglect after his death, partly due to changing musical fashions and the expense of performing his large-scale works.
Recording & Production
Every one of the 23 pieces in Maria Marchant's program on this album is a first commercial recording, offering a rare opportunity to hear Bantock's piano music.
Performer Biography
Maria Marchant, the pianist on this recording, is a BBC Music Magazine Rising Star and a passionate advocate of British music.
Composer Biography
Sir Granville Bantock (1868-1946) was a major figure in music during his lifetime, serving as a composer, conductor, and administrator.
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