Alan Rawsthorne, the composer, initially pursued dentistry and architecture before entering the Royal Manchester College of Music.
Alan Rawsthorne's Piano Concerto No. 1 exhibits characteristics such as tonal fluidity, economy and clarity of means, and wit.
Alan Rawsthorne's Second Piano Concerto was commissioned by the Arts Council of Great Britain for the 1951 Festival of Britain.
Alan Rawsthorne gained his first notable success in 1938 with a performance of his Theme and Variations for Two Violins.
After serving in the war, Alan Rawsthorne devoted himself to composition until his death in 1971.
This recording was made with financial assistance from and in association with The Rawsthorne Trust and The Manchester Musical Heritage Trust.
