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Resonus Classics

Avril Coleridge-Taylor: Piano Concerto & Orchestral Works

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Details

Composer
Avril Coleridge-Taylor
Artist
Samantha Ege, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, John Andrews
Format
CD
Label
Resonus Classics
Released
Jan 16, 2026
Catalog #
RES10374
UPC
5060262794142

About

This landmark recording is the first album devoted entirely to the music of Avril Coleridge-Taylor (1903-1998). A composer, conductor, pianist and singer of remarkable versatility, she long remained in the shadow of her father, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. Here, at last, her artistry takes centre stage. Featuring world-premiere recordings of some of her most significant orchestral works, the album reveals a distinctive musical voice - eloquent, assured, and deeply personal. Together, these performances stand as a powerful testament to her creativity and resilience, illuminating the experiences of a woman of colour in twentieth-century Britain.

Tracklist 12 tracks

  1. 1 I. Allegro maestoso 11:39
    Track
    1
    Title
    I. Allegro maestoso
    Duration
    11:39
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Performer
    Samantha Ege
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews
  2. 2 II. Adagio 05:57
    Track
    2
    Title
    II. Adagio
    Duration
    05:57
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Performer
    Samantha Ege
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews
  3. 3 III. Allegro deciso 10:20
    Track
    3
    Title
    III. Allegro deciso
    Duration
    10:20
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Performer
    Samantha Ege
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews
  4. 4 Comet Prelude 10:37
    Track
    4
    Title
    Comet Prelude
    Duration
    10:37
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews
  5. 5 I. Largo 05:53
    Track
    5
    Title
    I. Largo
    Duration
    05:53
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews
  6. 6 II. Lento e molto tranquillo 03:08
    Track
    6
    Title
    II. Lento e molto tranquillo
    Duration
    03:08
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews
  7. 7 III. Largo - Maestoso 02:27
    Track
    7
    Title
    III. Largo - Maestoso
    Duration
    02:27
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews
  8. 8 To April 07:12
    Track
    8
    Title
    To April
    Duration
    07:12
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews
  9. 9 From the Hills 08:32
    Track
    9
    Title
    From the Hills
    Duration
    08:32
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews
  10. 10 Valse Caprice 04:05
    Track
    10
    Title
    Valse Caprice
    Duration
    04:05
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews
  11. 11 In Memoriam, "To the R.A.F." 04:26
    Track
    11
    Title
    In Memoriam, "To the R.A.F."
    Duration
    04:26
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews
  12. 12 In Memoriam, "Largo" 02:14
    Track
    12
    Title
    In Memoriam, "Largo"
    Duration
    02:14
    Composer
    Avril Coleridge-Taylor
    Ensemble
    BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
    Conductor
    John Andrews