John Woolrich Voices (2015 Award)
for baritone and piano trio
Performances in 2015 at Aldebugh Church, Ashomlean Museum Oxford, Blackheath Concert Halls, Royal Opera House
performed by Matthew Rose, Angell Trio
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John Woolrich was born in 1954 in Cirencester. A much commissioned and frequently performed composer, a creative teacher and an original programmer, he is an important figure in British musical life.
His works have been performed by many leading orchestras and ensembles including all the major BBC orchestras, OAE, BCMG, CBSO, London Mozart Players, London Sinfonietta, Scottish Ensemble, Bamberg SO, Zurich CO, Swedish CO. He has also held major artistic positions with the Orchestra of St John's, Birmingham Contemporary Music Group, the Aldeburgh Festival and Dartington International Summer School. Website: www.johnwoolrich.com
“Matthew Rose is among the most musically illuminating of the new generation of basses, alert and perceptive in performance.”
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The Angell Trio has established an international reputation as a leading chamber ensemble and has received much critical acclaim for its "brilliant ensemble playing and wonderfully shared vision and understanding." (Munchner Merkur review of Bavarian Radio concert)