The recording was produced in association with BBC Radio 3 and the BBC National Orchestra of Wales.
Performer Biography
Martyn Brabbins, the conductor, is the Music Director of the English National Opera and is known for his advocacy of British composers.
Album & Artwork
The album cover features a 1924 subway poster by Horace Taylor titled 'Brightest London is best reached by Underground'.
Performer Biography
Simon Callaghan is committed to British music and has begun a series with Lyrita, presenting world premiere recordings of British concertos.
Recording & Production
This album features several first recordings, indicated by an asterisk next to the work titles.
Performer Biography
Martyn Brabbins has recorded over 120 CDs, including prize-winning discs of operas by Korngold, Birtwistle, and Harvey.
Performer Biography
Simon Callaghan, the pianist on this recording, is a Steinway Artist and a favorite at the internationally-renowned Husum Festival of Piano Rarities in Germany.
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