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Alexander Goehr

Sara Mohr-Pietsch speaks to British composer Alexander Goehr and features music from the ´óÏó´«Ã½ Philharmonic's composer profile of him. Includes Adagio (Self-portrait); Tower Music.

Sara Mohr-Pietsch speaks to British composer Alexander Goehr about his life and work. A founder member of the 'New Music Manchester' Group, Alexander Goehr is a unique voice in British music, and an influential teacher. Features music from the ´óÏó´«Ã½ Philharmonic's recent composer profile.

Alexander Goehr
Fanfare from Arden Must Die
´óÏó´«Ã½ Philharmonic
HK Gruber (conductor)

Mozart
Adagio in B minor (excerpt)
Mitsuko Uchida (piano)
PHILIPS CD 4126162

Alexander Goehr
Adagio (Autoporträt) Op 75
´óÏó´«Ã½ Philharmonic
HK Gruber (conductor)

Alexander Goehr
3 pieces from ‘Arden must die’ Op 21a (1967)
´óÏó´«Ã½ Philharmonic
HK Gruber (conductor)

Alexander Goehr
Fugue on the notes of Psalm IV Op 38b (1976)
´óÏó´«Ã½ Philharmonic
HK Gruber (conductor)

Alexander Goehr
Turmmusik Op 85
Nigel Robson (tenor)
´óÏó´«Ã½ Philharmonic
HK Gruber (conductor)
World Premiere - ´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 3 Commission

1 hour, 30 minutes

Last on

Sat 21 Aug 2010 22:30

Broadcast

  • Sat 21 Aug 2010 22:30

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