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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
Latest features & reviews
RALPH VAUGHAN WILLIAMS: Complete Symphonies
However (!) like Noah stuck on the beach, the series gets off to an indifferent start. The problem is that, for some reason, the Sea Symphony was recorded in the Barbican Hall. Its wretched acoustics, close and cold, are not suitable…
THE FABULOUS SIR JOHN
For many years Sir John Manduell was best known as a music administrator of great accomplishment; now his compositions are slowly appearing…
Notes from my Apprenticeship
The greatest teachers are the rare ones who profoundly change you as a human being and whose lessons affect you throughout a lifetime. For me, Alexander “Sandy” Goehr has been that teacher…
VAUGHAN WILLIAMS ON BRASS
For members of the brass fraternity and for those who simply enjoy marvellous melodies, this is for you!
THE FAIR HILLS OF ЄIRЄ
Brilliant playing, attractive melodies and fantastic variety makes this an hour or so of thoroughly enticing listening…
Reflections on David Lloyd-Jones
His work for the BBC opened the door to what David would disparagingly refer to as ‘my time as a Civil Servant’, technically being employed by the Arts Council to establish Opera North. His achievement led to an appearance on Desert Island Discs…