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Founded in 1979, the British Music Society is dedicated to promoting and preserving Britain’s musical heritage with particular emphasis on 20th century composers through recordings, publications and events
Adam Davies

Music of British composer Anthony Hedges to be recorded

The piano music of British composer Anthony Hedges will be recorded in 2025 by the young English pianist Adam Davies…

Christopher Wright

Obituary: composer and BMS member Christopher Wright

Christopher Wright, composer and loyal BMS member, has died aged 70…

Youth Composers 6

National Youth Choir album to launch in January

The sixth instalment of the Young Composers series with the National Youth Choir will be launched on 31 January 2025…

Robin Field

Composer Robin Field dies at 88

The English composer Robin Field, who was a pupil of Thomas Pitfield, has died aged 88…

Jacques Cohen

Premiere commemorates shipping disaster

The City of London-based Lloyd’s Choir annual spring concert will feature the premiere of a new choral work commemorating the sinking of HMT Lancastria…

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HOLST: Fide Et Literis

HOLST: Fide Et Literis

Fide Et Literis (By Faith and Learning) is the motto of St Paul’s Girl’s School in Hammersmith, and this disc explores music Gustav Holst, their famous teacher, composed for its pupils…

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