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Composer Julian Anderson, who has long been a devotee of Percy Grainger, considers his importance, originality and influences, including his interest in new and traditional music. Show more
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Composer Julian Anderson, who has long been a devotee of Percy Grainger, considers his importance, originality and influences, including his interest in new and traditional music. Show more
Meurig Bowen explores how Grainger travelled with a phonograph, recording rustic singers and used this timeless melodic source material. Show more
Pianist and composer Penelope Thwaites explains why she thinks Grainger to be one of the least understood figures in musical history. Show more
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Baritone Stephen Varcoe discusses Percy Grainger's vocal music and in particular his songs, which he considers some the most powerful and moving of his works. Show more
Lucy Parham discusses Grainger's piano playing, which was compared to Rachmaninov and Horowitz's, exploring what made his playing so special, his style and views on repertoire. Show more