Sir Peter Maxwell Davies, one of the foremost composers of our time, lives in the Orkney Islands off the north coast of Scotland, where he writes most of his music.
Composer Biography
Sir Peter Maxwell Davies was knighted in 1987 and appointed Master of the Queen's Music in 2004, a role in which he seeks to raise the profile of music in Great Britain.
Performer Biography
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, one of Britain's most prestigious orchestras, has an international reputation for bringing first-class performances across a diverse range of musical repertoire.
Composition History
Time and the Raven, a work by Peter Maxwell Davies, was commissioned by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra for the 50th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations.
Composer's Artistic Vision
In Time and the Raven, Peter Maxwell Davies uses dark music to hint at what could be if attitudes to nationalism do not modify, with a non-triumphant ending suggesting anthems can coexist.
Composition History
Symphony No. 6 by Peter Maxwell Davies was written with the musicians of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in mind, recognizing their special musical virtuosity.
Performer Biography
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra records extensively for film and television, as well as for major commercial record companies, and also has its own record label.
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