PRS for Music, with the help of composer Edward Gregson and the English Schools’ Orchestra (ESO), will be marking the centenary of the First World War with a new composition.
Remember, written by Edward and commissioned by the ESO, is a new piece inspired by Laurence Binyon’s pre-war time poem For the Fallen.
The work commemorates the centenary of the First World War, as well as the centenary of the Performing Rights Society and the twentieth anniversary of the orchestra.
Remember will be debuted on 2 November at Cadogan Hall, London alongside other notable works from the period including Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending and George Butterworth’s rhapsody A Shropshire Lad.
Guy Fletcher OBE, PRS chair, said: ‘PRS for Music was formed one hundred years ago against the backdrop of the First World War so we are proud to be a part of this very poignant event.
‘The performance is set to be a memorable one for all involved. Likewise, we are committed to supporting the next generation of composers and the ESO competition is a wonderful opportunity for the UK’s brightest musical talent to shine.’
The ESO has also partnered with PRS for Music to start an exciting new competition for young composers with Edward Gregson as chief judge.
The most successful pieces in this year’s competition will be performed at the Apothecaries Hall in London at on Friday 28 November by the English Young Artists’ Sinfonia.
Visit the ESO website to find out more.
Remember, written by Edward and commissioned by the ESO, is a new piece inspired by Laurence Binyon’s pre-war time poem For the Fallen.
The work commemorates the centenary of the First World War, as well as the centenary of the Performing Rights Society and the twentieth anniversary of the orchestra.
Remember will be debuted on 2 November at Cadogan Hall, London alongside other notable works from the period including Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending and George Butterworth’s rhapsody A Shropshire Lad.
Guy Fletcher OBE, PRS chair, said: ‘PRS for Music was formed one hundred years ago against the backdrop of the First World War so we are proud to be a part of this very poignant event.
‘The performance is set to be a memorable one for all involved. Likewise, we are committed to supporting the next generation of composers and the ESO competition is a wonderful opportunity for the UK’s brightest musical talent to shine.’
The ESO has also partnered with PRS for Music to start an exciting new competition for young composers with Edward Gregson as chief judge.
The most successful pieces in this year’s competition will be performed at the Apothecaries Hall in London at on Friday 28 November by the English Young Artists’ Sinfonia.
Visit the ESO website to find out more.
