Steve Elcock's music came to the attention of Toccata Classics after composer Robin Walker suggested he send scores to Martin Anderson.
Critical Reception
Elcock's Third Symphony, released in 2017, was almost immediately featured as 'CD of the Week' on Record Review on BBC Radio 3, a rare feat for an unknown composer.
Performer Biography
The Veles Ensemble is named after Veles, an old Slavic god of earth, waters, forests, the underworld, magic, and music.
Performer Biography
Hartmut Richter, the violinist in the Veles Ensemble, plays a copy of the 1727 ex-Francescatti Stradivarius made by Christian Erichson.
Composer Biography
Steve Elcock, the composer, is largely self-taught, having only an A Level in music and Grade 7 violin as formal musical qualifications.
Performer Biography
Leon Bosch, the double-bassist, grew up in apartheid South Africa and was imprisoned for organizing protests while at school.
Performer Biography
The Veles Ensemble, a string trio based in London, is making its debut recording with this album.
