Peter Dickinson

Synopsis

A series of major concertos written in the 1980s – one for organ, one for piano and one for violin – established British composer Peter Dickinson as an important and individual musical voice. This programme looks at his career and influences, particularly American music, from Cage to Joplin. The second half of the programme consists of a complete performance of his composition London Rags, performed by London Brass, for whom it was composed.

Additional Info

• No: R0373
• Composer: Peter Dickinson
• Production year: 1988
• Run time: 00:55:00
• Director: Mark Holloway
• Producers: RM Arts/LWT South Bank Show