Composer of the Week

Elizabeth Maconchy (1907-1994)

Part Two

Donald Macleod is joined by composer Nicola LeFanu to discuss the legacy of her mother, Dame Elizabeth 'Betty' Maconchy. One of the most brilliant British composers of the 20th century, her extensive catalogue includes a cycle of 13 string quartets, the second of which is the centrepiece of the programme.

Duration:

1 hour

Playlist

Serenata Concertante for Violin and Orchestra
Manoug Parikian (violin) / London Symphony Orchestra /
Vernon Handley (conductor)
Lyrita SRCD 288

String Quartet no 2 Hanson String Quartet
Forum FRC 9301 CD1 tr 5-8

Nocturnal
BBC Singers / Nicholas Kok (conductor)
Not commercially available 

 
And you might be interested to know that two of Elizabeth Maconchy's operas, The Sofa and the Departure, will be performed in November at Sadlers Wells in London, as part of a double bill presented by Independent Opera. You can find out more information at

http://www.independentopera.com/2007_production.html

Composer of the Week

Episode and Playlist Information

• Elizabeth Maconchy (1907-1994)
  • Part One
  • Part Two
  • Part Three
  • Part Four
  • Part Five