David Matthews: In the Dark Time Format:MP3 ’ The Observer

’ The Observer

Stephen Cleobury conductor

With thanks to Arts Council England

and the performances were typically excellent’ – Andrew Clement

David Matthews: In the Dark Time Format:MP3 ’ The ObserverTwo richly dramatic orchestral scores are presented on this disc. In the Dark Time takes its title from TS Eliot's Four Quartets and reflects the turning of the seasons from winter to spring; and Chaconne, inspired by Geoffrey Hill's haunting evocation of the medieval battlefield at Towton, Yorkshire. BBC Symphony Orchestra Jac van Steen conductor AUDIO REVIEWS 'Richly orchestrated, with a fine balance between ensemble textures and individual