(1901-56). Another chance to hear the series, first broadcast last year, exploring the life and music of Gerald Finzi , who was born 100 years ago this month. Presented by Donald McLeod with contributions from Stephen Brayfield , author of a recent pioneering biography of the composer. 1: The Early Sun?
As I Lay in the Early Sun (Op 13)
Ian Partridge (tenor), Clifford Benson (piano) / Said to Love Stephen Varcoe (baritone), Clifford Benson (piano)
Grand Fantasia and Toccata, Op 38
Peter Katin (piano), New Philharmonia Orchestra, conductor Vernon Handley
My Spirit Sang All Day (Op 1 7)
Choirof Queens' College, Cambridge, conductor Rupert Jordan
Dies Natalis Wilfred Brown (tenor), English Chamber Orchestra, conductor Christopher Finzi
In Years Defaced (Op 19) Martyn Hill (tenor), Clifford Benson (piano) <R)