Sarah-Jane Bradley, the violist on this recording, made her concerto debut with the Philharmonia in 1992 and is a pioneer of new works for the viola.
Composition History
All four composers on this album studied composition in London and were born within sixteen years of each other.
Recording & Production
This album features world premiere CD recordings of Edgar Bainton's Viola Sonata and York Bowen's Piece for Viola.
Performer Biography
Christian Wilson, the pianist on this recording, shares his performing career between the organ and piano, having toured as a soloist throughout Europe, the United States, and Australia.
Composer's Artistic Vision
In the early 20th century, London composers increasingly looked to their own cultural heritage for inspiration, often drawing from ancient literature, early music, or folk-song collections.
Historical Context
The great viola virtuoso Lionel Tertis became Professor at the Royal Academy of Music in 1900, inspiring composers to write more for the instrument and reinvigorating public interest.
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