Jul 29, 2020
Through Slay In Your Lane, Yomi Adegoke and Elizabeth Uviebinené not only created an inspirational guide to life but also started a national conversation.
How does it feel to be a black woman in a predominantly white space?
How can we improve access and inclusivity?
In 2019 they joined us as Guest Curators of the...
Jul 4, 2020
Three world premieres: Daniel Kidane ‘Jungle’ performed by Piano 4 Hands in 2017, ‘Gursky Landscapes’ by Gavin Higgins performed by David Cohen and the Carducci Quartet in 2018, and ‘Catching Fire’ by Jonathan Dove performed by Melvyn Tan in 2016. These works were made possible thanks to the Steel Charitable...
Jul 4, 2020
This episode features an interview with composer Judith Weir, and the 2019 world premiere performance of ‘The Prelude’, which was premiered by the Nash Ensemble at the Pittville Pump Room. This work was commissioned by the Nash Ensemble with funds provided by a friend of the Nash, Dr Shirley Ellis, and with support...
Jul 4, 2020
From 2014, a special remembrance programme for John Tavener, performed in Gloucester Cathedral. ‘Scatter roses over my tears’ was given its premiere performance by the Cavaleri Quartet, and ‘Towards Silence’ was performed by the Cavaleri Quartet, joined by the Celan Quartet, the Gildas Quartet and Quatuor...
Jul 4, 2020
This podcast shares highlights from our inaugural 2019 Composium. Listen to Thea Musgrave‘s inspiring keynote speech, and our first panel discussion hosted by broadcaster Katy Hamilton, with speakers Lucy Schaufer mezzo-soprano, Zoe Martlew, cellist and composer, James Murphy, Chief Executive of the Royal Philharmonic...