A Book of Hours: The Music of William Matthews

William Matthews (electronics), Duncan Cumming (piano), Hilary Cumming (violin), Capital Trio

Catalog #: TROY1239
Release Date: January 1, 2011
Format: Digital
Chamber

William Matthews began studying and performing music as a flutist in Springfield, Ohio, then studied composition formally at Oberlin, the University of Iowa, the Institute of Sonology and the Yale School of Music. He has taught at Bates College since 1978. His creative time is divided between acoustic and electro-acoustic compositions and both types are represented on this first recording devoted to his music.

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Title Composer Performer
A Book of Hours William Matthews The Capitol Trio, Duncan Cumming, piano, Hilary Cumming, violin, Sšlen Dikener, cello
For Jonathan Kramer William Matthews The Capitol Trio
Island William Matthews electroacoustic sounds
Duo for Violin and Piano William Matthews Hilary Cumming, violin, Duncan Cumming, piano

Reviews

  • "I don't think I've ever heard a recording that leads the listener down so many divergent paths, all of which provide an abundance of treats. ...The performances are all first-rate and enthusiastic."

    – Fanfare

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