Oliver Wass, the harpist featured on one track, was the first harpist ever to win the Guildhall Gold Medal in 2016.
Performer Biography
Huw Wiggin, the saxophonist on this album, is a Commonwealth Musician of the Year and Gold Medal Winner of the Royal Over-seas League Annual Music Competition.
Composer's Artistic Vision
This album explores the saxophone's capacity for classical expression in works largely written before the instrument was invented, freeing it from associations with jazz or pop.
Instruments
The saxophone, invented by Adolphe Sax in the mid-19th century, is a relatively modern instrument, leading to its use across various genres including jazz, pop, and classical music.
Performer Biography
John Lenehan, the pianist on this album, is known for his versatility, having recorded over 70 CDs and for his compositions and arrangements.
