Carl Dolmetsch, a 20th-century recorder virtuoso, was convinced that a contemporary repertoire was essential to prevent the instrument from falling into obscurity.
Historical Context
The recorder's renaissance in the 20th century, particularly its use as a teaching aid, has led to a remarkable following for the instrument.
Performer Biography
Aleksander Szram, the pianist on this album, has performed in over thirty countries across five continents and is known for accompanying from memory.
Composition History
Manuel Jacobs, a recorder enthusiast and music journalist, actively campaigned for contemporary recorder music and invited British composers to write new works for the instrument.
Performer Biography
Jill Kemp, the recorder player on this album, made her Carnegie Hall debut in 2009 and was the first recorder player to win the Royal Over-Seas League Wind and Brass Competition in its 57-year history.
Recording & Production
Jill Kemp recorded this album using recorders made by Mollenhauer, Moeck, and Ehlert.
Notable Performances
Carl Dolmetsch gave the first modern recital dedicated to the recorder as a solo instrument at London's Wigmore Hall in February 1939.
