The ensemble notes inégales, co-founded by Peter Wiegold, is known for its members' ability to be inventive with written music or depart from it entirely, incorporating jazz, classical, and other styles.
Composer Biography
Peter Wiegold, the composer, spent 15 years exploring Indian music, Javanese Gamelan, improvisation, and creative music education before returning to full composition around 1997.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Peter Wiegold's music often features a blend of rigorous, fully notated scores with elements of improvisation, reflecting his diverse musical background.
Performer Biography
Melinda Maxwell, the cor anglais soloist, has had numerous works written for her by composers including Nicholas Maw and Sir Harrison Birtwistle, and is also an accomplished composer herself.
Performer Biography
Juliet Fraser, the soprano, is the principal soprano and managing director of EXAUDI, an acclaimed contemporary music vocal ensemble she co-founded in 2002.
Recording & Production
This recording was supported by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) and the RVW Trust, which fund high-quality research and study in the arts and humanities.
Interpretation
Working with Peter Wiegold, as described by Martin Butler, involves a communal creative process where 'mistakes' can be incorporated into the score, and musicians are encouraged to improvise.
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