Description

Alan Rawsthorne is one of the leading British composers of the twentieth century. His music ranges from popular works such as the overture Street Corner to late masterpieces of enormous power, and includes some outstanding film scores. John McCabe explores the man and his music, drawing on a lifetime’s knowledge to create a vivid portrait.

CONTENTS

Preface
Acknowledgements
Prologue: Early Years (1905-25)
1 Apprenticeship (1925-35)
2 Making a Career (1935-8)
3 International Recognition (1937-9)
4 The War Years (1939-45)
5 Broadening the Canvas (1945-50)
6 The Fifties (1951-8)
7 Renewal (1958-63)
8 Personal Statements (1963-6)
9 The Last Years (1967-71)
Chronology
Index
Contents of the CD
1 Concertante Pastorale
2 Theme and Variations for 2 violins
3 Piano Concerto No. 1 (Second movement)
4 Overture Street Corner
5 Fantasy Overture Corteges
6 Clarinet Quartet (Finale)
7 Carol
8 Symphony No. 1 (First movement)
9 String Quartet No. 2 (Finale)
10 The Cruel Sea (Prelude and Nocturne)
11 A Rose for Lidice
12 Violin Concerto No. 2 (First movement)
13 Violin Sonata (1958) (Third movement)
14 Symphony No. 2 (Pastoral) (Finale)