John Ireland - (1879-1962)
Behind much of John
Ireland's music there lies a firm sense of place, the product of the composer's keen enjoyment of his surroundings, whether urban or rural. This week's programmes explore his fascination with landscapes both real and imaginary.
Prelude: The Forgotten
Rite: LONDON PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA, conducted by SIR ADRIAN BOULT Sarnia : An Island Sequence
ERIC PARKIN (piano) A Downland Suite
BESSES O'TH'BARN BAND
"conducted by jfor JAMES gramophone records