Sandrine Chatron, the harpist on this recording, plays a Lyon & Healy Style 30 harp.
Historical Context
Unlike earlier generations, many of the British composers featured on this album were trained at British institutions by British teachers.
Composer Biography
Grace Williams, the composer of 'Hiraeth', is the only Welsh-born composer featured on this album, and her music often evokes the landscapes of her homeland.
Composition History
The harp often featured in these composers' works due to close personal associations with performers or places, rather than being a frequent solo instrument in their general output.
Composition History
Benjamin Britten's 'The Death of Saint Narcissus' marked his return to composition after a major heart operation in 1974.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded by Little Tribeca at the Temple Saint-Pierre in Paris in May 2016.
Composer's Artistic Vision
While many composers on this album fostered a British school of composition, French music, particularly that of Debussy, was also a strong influence.
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Nexus
American Rounds
Finzi: Cello Concerto, Eclogue, New Year Music and Grand Fantasia & Toccata
