Dobrinka Tabakova, the composer, served as the Hallé Orchestra's Artist-in-Residence for the 2022-23 season.
Composer Biography
Dobrinka Tabakova and Delyana Lazarova, the conductor, were both born in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, a coincidence given it was their first time working together.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Dobrinka Tabakova's compositions are influenced by her family background, growing up surrounded by physicists, doctors, and economists with a strong love of music.
Album & Artwork
The album's artwork and cover were created by Peter Naish of the Hallé.
Recording & Production
The Concerto for Cello and Strings was recorded live in the Bridgewater Hall, Manchester, while all other tracks were recorded in Hallé St Peter's, Manchester.
Performer Biography
Violist Maxim Rysanov has had one of the longest artistic partnerships with Dobrinka Tabakova, working together for almost a quarter of a century.
