Hear and Now - Howard Skempton

Ivan Hewett talks to to British composer Howard Skempton and introduces a concert of his works including the world premiere of a new piece for viola and chamber ensemble. Howard Skempton: Only the Sound Remains for viola and chamber ensemble (world premiere); Roundels of the Year for choir; Two Cello Interludes; The Voice of the Spirits for choir; Two Guitar Interludes; Rise Up, my Love for choir Charlie Usher: Slow Pan for piano and chamber ensemble Christopher Yates (viola); Ulrich Heinen (cello); James Woodrow (guitar); Malcolm Wilson (piano) EXAUDI Vocal Ensemble Birmingham Contemporary Music Group James Weeks (conductor) Recorded at the CBSO Centre, Birmingham, last February.