Dodgson's music is stylistically tonal, often ambiguously so, and rarely follows an obvious path, revealing its intricate secrets to performers over time.
Composer Biography
Stephen Dodgson, born in London in 1924, served in the Royal Navy during World War II before studying at the Royal College of Music and Cambridge.
Recording & Production
This album features first recordings of several of Stephen Dodgson's chamber works.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The influence of early music is evident in Dodgson's style through his choice of instruments, love of decoration, virtuoso display, Baroque-style figuration, and use of variation form.
Performer Biography
The Magnard Ensemble, the performers on this album, has built a reputation for high-quality concert performances and educational projects since 2012.
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