John Ireland lived in London for about fifty-five years, and his sensitivity to the 'spirit of place' led him to reflect various aspects of the city in his music.
Composition History
The 'Epic March' was commissioned by the BBC and composed by John Ireland in 1942 during a critical time in World War II.
Composition History
John Ireland's 'Mai-Dun' was inspired by Thomas Hardy's name for the prehistoric fort and earthworks near Dorchester, known as Maiden Castle.
Recording & Production
The original recordings of several works on this album, including 'Tritons' and 'The Overlanders' suite, were made in association with the JOHN IRELAND TRUST.
Composition History
The orchestral work 'The Forgotten Rite' by John Ireland was composed in the same year that Stravinsky's 'The Rite of Spring' premiered in Paris.
Composer Biography
John Ireland was particularly sensitive to the 'spirit of place', which influenced his music, especially after reading Arthur Machen's 'The House of Souls'.
Composer's Artistic Vision
John Ireland, the composer, was deeply concerned with evoking places and their past inhabitants in his orchestral music, especially from a prehistoric era.
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