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Ian Wilson: Winter's Edge

A performance of Winter's Edge, the first string quartet by Belfast-born composer Ian Wilson, given by the Vanbrugh Quartet, for whom it was written.

Celebrating British Music: Winter's Edge - the String Quartet no 1 by Belfast-born Ian Wilson. It was composed in 1992, and its theme is Redemption, as exemplified in the New Testament account of the life of St Paul. Elements of conflict, isolation and destiny provided Wilson with the musical spurs for this single-movement work. Performed by the Vanbrugh Quartet for whom it was written.

15 minutes

Last on

Sat 15 Jun 2013 22:15

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  • Sat 15 Jun 2013 22:15