Philip Venables' music, including this album's work 'Illusions', often explores themes of violence, politics, and speech within concert music and opera.
Performer Biography
The London Sinfonietta, founded in 1968, is a contemporary music ensemble that has commissioned nearly 400 new works and premiered many hundreds more.
Composition History
The piece 'Illusions' is an extended version of an existing composition by Philip Venables, which was part of the London Sinfonietta's 'Notes to the New Government' in May 2015.
Performer Biography
David Hoyle, who is homosexual, often focuses his work on themes within the LGBTQ community, critiquing what he perceives as dominant trends in 'bourgeois Britain' and the 'materialistic-hedonistic gay scene'.
Performer Biography
David Hoyle, the performance artist featured in 'Illusions', is known for his aggressive performances that combine elements like satirical comedy, painting, surrealism, and striptease.
Recording & Production
The performance of 'Illusions' was recorded by David Lefeber at All Saints East Finchley, London, on July 10, 2017.
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