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Violin Muse

10/20/2017, 14 Tracks, 1:16:11

Featuring

  • Madeleine Mitchell
  • Nigel Clayton
  • Edwin Outwater
  • Cerys Jones
  • BBC National Orchestra of Wales
  • Geoffrey Poole
  • Guto Pryderi Puw
  • David Matthews
  • Sadie Harrison
  • Judith Weir
  • Michael Berkeley
  • Michael Nyman

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Performer Biography

Madeleine Mitchell plays an 1839 Rocca violin made in Turin, an instrument with a specific provenance.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

Madeleine Mitchell has had numerous works written for her by composers over the past decades, reflecting her role as an inspirer of new music.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

Madeleine Mitchell, the violinist on this album, founded the Red Violin festival, an international eclectic celebration of the fiddle across the arts.

Source: Booklet

Recording & Production

This recording was made possible by the generous support of The Arts Council of Wales and the RVW Trust, along with several patrons and supporters.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

Madeleine Mitchell, described as "one of Britain's liveliest musical forces," has performed in approximately 50 countries as a soloist and chamber musician.

Source: Booklet

Album & Artwork

The album title "Violin Muse" reflects the fascination of Madeleine Mitchell, the violinist, with the violin as an inspiration for various artists.

Source: Booklet

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