University News Last updated 24 January 2024
Visiting Lecturer in Composition Luke Bedford, who has composed a series of award-winning works, recently released 鈥業n the Voices of the Living鈥�, his first album on NMC Recordings.
NMC Recordings was set up with funding from the Holst Foundation to record, distribute and promote the music of contemporary composers from Britain and Ireland.
鈥業n the Voices of the Living鈥� brings together a selection of Luke鈥檚 orchestral and larger-scale chamber works that span the past 15 years of his career, which have been performed by some of the most renowned artists in the contemporary classical music world.
The album recently charted at number 15 in the Classical Music Specialist Charts and has been receiving excellent reviews.
Classical music magazine Gramophone said: 鈥淭he quality of performances, as of performers, says much for the respect in which Bedford鈥檚 music is held. Aficionados and newcomers alike should investigate this release."
This week, BBC Music Magazine said: "A brilliant showcase for a unique imagination."
Luke commented: 鈥淚 am delighted that the recordings with NMC have been so warmly received. It was incredible to work with so many amazing musicians, and I would like to thank the generous supporters who made it happen.鈥�
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