Peter Maxwell Davies “Eight Songs for a Mad King”

Peter Maxwell Davies

Eight Songs for a Mad King

Nonesuch (US) 1973

H-71285 (LP)

sleeve : EX-(IN SHRNIK, light collapse on corner, some light dirts.)

media : EX-/EX-(some slightly noises caused by slightly wear.)

This is a 1973 album featuring the iconic work "Eight Songs for a Mad King" by Peter Maxwell Davies, who played a pivotal role in British contemporary music. While attending the University of Manchester and the Royal Manchester College of Music, Davies co-founded "New Music Manchester" alongside composers like Harrison Birtwistle and Alexander Goehr. Throughout his career, he continued to lead British contemporary music through his compositions and conducting for stage music. The Fires of London and the voice of Julius Eastman are featured, with Davies himself conducting. Composed for South African actor Roy Hart, the work consists of eight songs forming a dramatic contemporary music piece. The composition takes a highly innovative approach, characterized by intricate cross-rhythms and vocalization techniques.

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