Frederick Septimus Kelly was killed in action during one of the last major battles of the Somme on November 13, 1916.
Composer Biography
Frederick Septimus Kelly, an Australian composer, was a Lieutenant-Commander in the Hood Battalion of the Royal Naval Division during the First World War.
Composition History
The Serenade's five movements were written in different locations during Kelly's voyage to Sydney, including the Indian Ocean and the Great Australian Bight.
Recording & Production
The recording of this album was generously funded by the West Australian Department for Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries.
Composition History
Kelly's Serenade for flute, harp, horn and string orchestra was composed aboard the S.S. Orontes during a voyage from England to Sydney in 1911.
Recording & Production
This album represents 'FIRST RECORDINGS' for the Serenade for Flute and Piano, Op. 7 and the Piano Trio.
Composer Biography
Frederick Septimus Kelly was an Olympic rower, winning a gold medal with the British eight at the 1908 London Olympic Games.
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