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An excellent balance

British Music Society, Martyn Strachan

Cecilia McDowall is a composer in whose catalogue of works music for the voice or voices occupies a central place. This disc features four of her most recent cantatas…

The comparatively modest orchestral forces are used with great subtlety, not merely accompanying the choral forces, but adding colour, pointing rhythms and achieving an excellent balance.

This is a most enjoyable release which reflects great credit on all concerned.

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30/05/2026