Latest News: Classical, Timothy Ridout (Viola)
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Recording of the Week,
A Lionel Tertis Celebration from Timothy Ridout 26th January 2024This beautifully-performed and curated recital paints a vivid picture of the great violist in his capacities as commissioner, composer and arranger - featuring works by composers including York Bowen, Rebecca Clarke, Eric Coates, Frank Bridge and William Henry Reed.
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Recording of the Week,
Elgar's 'Viola Concerto' from Timothy Ridout 20th January 2023The young British viola-player's account of the Cello Concerto as transcribed by Lionel Tertis is a compelling addition to the piece's distinguished discography on its own terms, with sensitive support from the BBC Symphony Orchestra under Martyn Brabbins.
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Recording of the Week,
Berlioz's Les nuits d'été & Harold en Italie from John Nelson in Strasbourg 18th November 2022Vocal shape-shifter Michael Spyres tackles the song-cycle in the original orchestral keys, whilst viola-player Timothy Ridout is a warmly collegiate soloist in Harold on this clear-eyed, affectionate recording from Strasbourg.