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Reissue: Dodgson Piano Trios
May 02, 2019
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Announcing the reissue of Stephen Dodgson's Piano Trios, recorded by the late Bernard Roberts in close collaboration with the composer.
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MusicWeb International review: Piano Sonatas Vol. 2
April 25, 2019
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This is a fine companion disc to volume one, one which provides further proof that Stephen Dodgson was an accomplished composer for the piano, whilst the playing of Bernard Roberts is excellent once again.... Another wonderful disc that all fans of the music of Dodgson will want
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MusicWeb International review: Piano Sonatas Vol. 1 & 2
April 23, 2019
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The music on these two discs conveys a spirit of grown-up charm, clarity, bell timbres, catchy rhythmic cells and gamelan fertility... On the technical side we get first class piano sound. The project is lifted by the great artistry of Bernard Roberts – excellent both in the articulation of much dazzling fast music and in probing the poignant heart of the more reflective sections.
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Imogen Hancock: Reflections on the trumpet concerto
April 05, 2019
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It feels incredibly special to have had this concerto written for me. It actually also turned out to be Stephen’s last composition, and so it is even more of an honour to be the recipient and to have had the chance to work on it with him. I have since gone on to perform various other new works, but this concerto will always be my most treasured commission.
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April 02, 2019
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Bernard Roberts' playing is excellent throughout especially in the way that he can articulate the differing passages and intensities within a single movement... I found this disc to be rewarding and a fine addition to my growing catalogue of Stephen Dodgson discs... These works have for far too long been hidden in the shadows of his works for guitar... A worthy investment for anyone interested in twentieth century piano music in general and the music of Stephen Dodgson in particular.
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April 02, 2019
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Announcing the reissue of Stephen Dodgson's Piano Sonatas Vols. 1 and 2, recorded by the late Bernard Roberts in close collaboration with the composer.
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New recording released: Music for winds
March 01, 2019
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Announcing the release today of the first instalment of the Toccata recordings of Stephen Dodgson's music for winds, performed by the Magnard Ensemble. Much of the repertoire brings his sense of fun to the fore, often through rhythmic mischief or an insouciance that recalls Poulenc, but it also has that particularly English strain of lyricism that suggests the impermanence of beauty.
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Classical Source review: Harp and guitar chamber music
January 03, 2019
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Solway Suite once again demonstrates Dodgson’s impeccable credentials for creating haunting melody, pastel colours and agreeable illustration, and for varying moods... Given the top-notch gallery of players, it is only necessary to relate the excellence of the performances, individually impressive and with meaningful interaction, and the recording captures every sound and nuance.
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Guitarist Raymond Burley: Reflections on Concerto No. 1
December 04, 2018
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"Stephen's Concerto No.1 is modern but very appealing – melodic without being ingratiating. The orchestral writing is beautiful but still allows the guitar to cut through. Much as I like the concertos by Rodrigo et al, I find Stephen's work more interesting and concise. I was itching to play it."
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2024
6:30 pm ‘Hymn to Harmony’ for choir and ... @ St John's Smith Square
‘Hymn to Harmony’ for choir and ... @ St John's Smith Square 
Nov 3 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
The Outcry Ensemble and English Voices perform Stephen Dodgson’s full-scale upper-voice Hymn Harmony at St John’s Smith Square alongside other works by Gibbons, Vaughan Williams and Coleridge-Taylor. The evening constitutes the final concert of their ‘Music for a Great City’ series, which explores the essence of a city as portrayed through its music, its history, its people and their perpetual sense of spirit through a rich variety of pieces. Directed by James Henshaw and comprised of young, exceptionally skilled professionals poised to become the next generation of global orchestral leaders, The Outcry Ensemble brings together vibrant energy and captivating performances. Their repertoire programming[...]
Nov
23
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2024
7:00 pm Trumpet Concerto – Imogen Whitehead @ St Martin-in-the-Fields
Trumpet Concerto – Imogen Whitehead @ St Martin-in-the-Fields 
Nov 23 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Acclaimed trumpeter Imogen Whitehead, with St Martin’s Chamber Ensemble and conductor Patrick Milne, performs Stephen Dodgson’s Trumpet Concerto – his very last work, written for Imogen Whitehead herself when she was 18 – alongside Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto and Mozart’s Divertimento in D. All in the stunning and atmospheric setting of St-Martin-in-the Fields. Tickets available at: https://www.stmartin-in-the-fields.org/calendar/mozart-and-haydn-by-candlelight/?whatson-event-date=2024-11-23&whatson-event-time=7:00%20PM
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2024
7:30 pm Pomenade 2 – Magnard Ensemble @ St Mary's, Luton
Pomenade 2 – Magnard Ensemble @ St Mary's, Luton 
Nov 25 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The much admired wind group the Magnard Ensemble return to Luton with a programme particularly featuring Stephen Dodgson’s Promenade No.2. Richard Sisson (Chair of Luton Music): ‘Stephen was for many years associated with Luton Music, generously giving his time to serve as a Vice-president. 2024 is the centenary of his birth and it is an honour to programme this fine piece in his memory.’ Programme Sergei Rachmaninov (arr. McDermid) – Prelude in E flat Major Op 23 No.6 Martin Butler – Down-Hollow Winds Stephen Dodgson – Promenade No.2 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (arr. Shiner) – Rondo in A minor K511 Samuel Barber – Summer[...]
