A Chamber Symphony
Op. 31
A brand new edition is being prepared by Clifton Edition.
Release date: later in 2026.
Introductory YouTube video…
Programme Note
Written in December 1979 in London, and revised in 2018, the four movements energetically explore an ambiguously tonal sound world. The style is essentially neo-classical (?) rhythmically exciting and intense, yet revealing a poignancy of emotion behind a compact musical fabric.
Contents
- I Vivo (4½ minutes)
- II Largo (2½ minutes)
- III Con moto maestoso (3 minutes)
- IV Vivo (3½ minutes)Total duration: c. 14 minutes
Sample pages
Sinfonietta – sample pages of score (reduced to A4 size)
Sinfonietta – sample pages of parts
Performances
The first performance was given in December 1979 at the Lyons Theatre at the Royal Academy of Music, conducted by John Carewe.
Scoring
Flute
Oboe
Clarinet in Bb
Bassoon
Horn in F
Trumpet in Bb
Tenor Trombone
Timpani (3 pedal timps)
Percussion
Clashed Cymbals
Suspended Cymbal
Snare Drum
Tambourine
Large Bass Drum
Large Tam-tam
Violin I (4+ players)
Violin 2 (4+ players)
Violas (3+ players)
Cello (3+ players
Double Bass (1 or 2 players)