Thea King was created a Dame of the British Empire in 2001, having previously been awarded the OBE in 1985.
Performer Biography
Thea King, the clarinetist on this album, is a greatly loved and respected artist who enjoys a varied career as soloist, chamber musician, orchestral player, and teacher.
Performer Biography
The Britten Quartet combines their concert and recording schedule with teaching in London and at several universities worldwide, and are currently the resident quartet at the University of Essex.
Performer Biography
Thea King's solo recordings feature 19th-century repertoire and 20th-century British music, including many premiere recordings.
Performer Biography
The Britten Quartet is acknowledged as "one of the most exciting groups to have emerged in recent times" by The Daily Telegraph.
Performer Biography
Thea King has appeared at major festivals in Britain, Europe, Hong Kong, Japan, Brazil, and the USA, often as a soloist with the English Chamber Orchestra, where she was principal clarinet for many years.
Performer Biography
The Britten Quartet has a considerable international following, having toured many countries in Europe, Scandinavia, Latin America, and the Far East.
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