Cyril Scott's motto, 'Unity in Diversity,' is carved on his tombstone, reflecting his belief in considering the whole person and living the life of an artist.
Critical Reception
Cyril Scott was often plagued by the label 'the English Debussy,' and was judged by this comparison rather than on his own terms.
Composition History
Cyril Scott's publisher, Elkin, stipulated that he write a certain number of piano pieces and songs annually, which Scott felt deflected attention from his more serious works.
Composer Biography
Cyril Scott, born in 1879 in Cheshire, England, was sent to the Hoch Conservatory in Frankfurt at age twelve, where he studied piano and had composition lessons with Engelbert Humperdinck.
Composer Biography
Cyril Scott was part of the 'Frankfurt group' of English-speaking students, which included Percy Grainger, Roger Quilter, Balfour Gardiner, and Norman O'Neill.
Compositional Technique
Cyril Scott's compositional style is characterized by its rich and highly chromatic sound, as seen in his songs.
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