Cello Concerto

CD of music for cello and orchestra by Bernard Stevens, performed by Alexander Baillie (cello) and the BBC Philharmonic, conducted by Edward Downes. This recording was sponsored by The Worshipfull Company of Musicians. ‘From the very first bar, the music’s greatness is in no doubt whatsoever’ – Guy Rickards, ‘The Gramophone’ Feb 1997 The first symphony won the Nationwide Victory Symphony Competition to celebrate the end of World War 2 in 1945. ‘This is impressive music, beautifully written and scored, thematically memorable and serious without sounding oppressive’ – Robert Cowan, CD Review