‘ Despite our current turmoil, the overall tone of the album is one of hope, with whose lyrics, set to beautiful, arresting music, encourage reflection but also enjoyment.’ Interlude HK
Press for Songs for Our Times
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‘MacRae’s clean, quite delicate piano writing, performed with distinction by Christopher Glynn, supports a thoughtful melody line that delivers the words sung so clearly by tenor Nick Pritchard.’
Review by Alan Cooper
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'Intended as a poignant response to the challenges faced by classical musicians in current times, “Songs for Our Times” is first and foremost a testament to determination: by the lyrics’ author Chinwe D. John, by the musicians and composers readily responding to her outreach to create this album...'
Mordents Magazine
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'I’ll begin with Love. My first introduction to classical music, came from my father’s vinyl and CDs, which he played on Sundays after Mass...'
Chinwe D. John: Music, Love and Loss: Mordents Magazine
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‘It is unusual for a project like this to arise with the poet, but here John's fine words are giving shape by two rather different but equally talented composers. The result is a disc that is satisfying in many ways, from the composers' imaginatively intelligent lyricism and ability to create songs both satisfying to sing and musically expressive, to the fine performances from all the artists involved.’
Planet Hugill
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'This unusual collaboration presents two contrasting song cycles by leading contemporary composers, which make for satisfying and enjoyable listening. Despite our current turmoil, the overall tone of the album is one of hope, with whose lyrics, set to beautiful, arresting music, encourage reflection but also enjoyment...'
ArtMuseLondon
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'Born in Inverness in 1976, Stuart MacRae has established himself as one of the most distinctive of contemporary composers, writing music of elemental power and emotional subtlety...'
Stuart Macrae Composer: Cross Eyed Pianist
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'The production of Songs for Our Times is a testament to collaboration and cooperation, practically reflecting the intent of the artists’ work...'
Divine Art Record Label Promotion
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Songs for Our Times played on Vermont Public Radio.
Hosted by James Stewart.
