Deirdre Gribbin: Island People

Deirdre Gribbin: Island PeopleThis new release features Deirdre Gribbin's works for string quartet with voice. Born in Belast, the composer's Catholic background, identification with Celtic folk tradition, fascination for myth, and love of remote landscapes have all influenced her music. The title work features soprano Patricia Rozario who has inspired composers including Arvo Prt and Sir John Tavener to write for her with the RT Vanbrugh Quartet, in their first recording for NMC.

Alongside these are three pieces from the rare Conductus repertoire of the 12th/13th centuries which have been core to The Hilliard Ensemble's performing library

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Richard Bernas conductor

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The Hidden Landscape was commissioned by the BBC and first performed at the BBC Proms

Recording Producer  Philip Nelson

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Mark van de Wiel Clarinette/Saxophone soprano

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Release Date: 1 October 1997