The Life and Work of Sir Richard Rodney Bennett
Friday 3 March - Sunday 5 March
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In association with Guildford International Music Festival A weekend to celebrate the life and work of Sir Richard Rodney Bennett on the occasion of his 70th birthday |
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| Equally renowned in the worlds of jazz, film and classical music, Sir Richard Rodney Bennett's list of credits includes numerous films such as Far from the Madding Crowd , Murder on the Orient Express and Four Weddings and a Funeral , and over two hundred works for the concert hall. As a jazz performer he has collaborated with artists such as Cleo Laine, Annie Ross and Marion Montgomery. One of the highlights of 2006 will be the premiere of Reflections on a Scottish Folk Song written at the request of HRH The Prince of Wales in memory of The Queen Mother. We are delighted that Sir Richard will be resident with us in Guildford in his seventieth birthday year for this weekend of talks, reflection and jazz, classical and film music. |
| Richard Rodney Bennett | Saxophone Quartet |
| Steve Reich | New York Counterpoint |
| Terry Riley | Tread on the Trail |
| Stephen Goss | Uneasy Dreams |
| Gavin Bryars | Alaric i or ii |
| Trad, Bulgarian arr Brady | Rodopski Melody |
The Delta Saxophone Quartet is one of Britain's most enterprising and adventurous contemporary music ensembles, as they are just as likely to include a rendering of traditional Bulgarian folk music or an eclectic ensemble improvisation. The group aims to present British and international new music in a dynamic and informed manner, the combined voices of the four saxophones inhabiting a sound world unique in the directness of its appeal.
Tickets: £12 full, £10 senior citizens, £5 concessions
UniS Box Office: 01483 686876
Saturday 4 March (Day Ticket £17)
10am - 12 noon
Film Music Forum
Papers, presentations and discussions on film music and composing for film, given by staff from the University of Surrey, Royal Holloway and the Royal College of Music.
Admission free
Interview and Conversation
Interview and conversation about composing for film with Sir Richard Rodney Bennett, including film clips.
Tickets: £5 full, £3 (students) - Day Ticket: £17
UniS Box Office: 01483 686876
When Lights Are Low
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| ...blessed with an undeniable gift for unadorned storytelling... | |
The Times, 2005 |
This extraordinary pairing of two of the country's most popular artists brings a night of unadulterated musical pleasure as they dip into the Great American Songbook with originality and flair. Mix this with contemporary songs by Joni Mitchell, Elvis Costello, and Tom Waits, plus a few Richard Rodney Bennett originals and you know that this collaboration is stylish, slick and simply world class.
Tickets: £15 full, £13 (senior citizens), £5 (Concessions) - Day Ticket: £17
UniS Box Office: 01483 686876
Sunday 5 March
Guitar Day (Day Ticket £20)
Guitar Recital - Gary Ryan
| ...jewel-like precision ...technical prowess ...such fluency and musicality | |
The Daily Telegraph |
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| Richard Rodney Bennett | Impromptus |
| Stephen Dodgson | Fantasy Divisions |
| Gary Ryan | Scenes from the Wild West |
Gary Ryan is one of the world's leading classical guitarists. He has been captivating audiences with his exceptional virtuosity for over a decade, winning universal praise for his formidable technique and profound musical artistry. One of the youngest ever Professors at the Royal College of Music he has rapidly gained a reputation as a composer and as one of Britain's finest guitar teachers.
Tickets: £8, £5 (Concessions) - Day Ticket: £20
UniS Box Office: 01483 686876
Composer's Forum
Interview and discussion with Stephen Dodgson and Sir Richard Rodney Bennett
Today marks the launch of a major new recording of the guitar chamber music by Stephen Dodgson and a new book by John Mackenzie examining Dodgson's entire output for the guitar. Stephen Dodgson will talk about his 40-year association with the instrument. Richard Rodney Bennett will talk about his work as a composer with particular reference to the guitar and his collaboration with Julian Bream. Audience questions can be emailed in advance to s.goss@surrey.ac.uk
Tickets: £5, £3 (students) - Day Ticket: £20
UniS Box Office: 01483 686876
Guitar Recital - Jonathan Leathwood
| ...Jonathan Leathwood is a genius. | |
Classical Guitar [UK] |
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| Richard Rodney Bennett | Sonata |
| Stephen Goss | Oxen of the Sun |
| Christopher Malloy | Millions of Mischiefs (1st European performance) |
| Stephen Dodgson | Partita No 4 |
| Joaquin Turina | Sonata |
| Jonathan Leathwood (based in Denver USA) is one of the world's finest guitarists. He works regularly with flautist William Bennett and has performed and recorded with Steven Isserlis, Rohan de Saram and Neil Jenkins. He has commissioned works from a number of leading composers. He was awarded a research scholarship by the University of Surrey in 2004. His new recordings on the Cadenza Music label of music by Stephen Dodgson and Stephen Goss will be launched at tonight's concert. | |
Tickets: £12 full, £10 (senior citizens), £5 (Concessions) - Day Ticket: £20
UniS Box Office: 01483 686876