‘Each work has memories of people and places attached to it, and therefore is special to me in its own way.’
Interviews with musicians, composers and conductors
‘Each work has memories of people and places attached to it, and therefore is special to me in its own way.’
‘The most important thing is to feel you are writing the best music you possibly can. But it’s nice to be busy (but not too busy), to be valued by your peers, and to be appreciated by your audience too.’
I relish composing for specific performers – it always shapes the music
It’s about creating something that is wonderful and engaging.