All night under the moon

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composer

Edgar Bainton (1880-1956)

author of text

Wilfrid Gibson (1878-1962)

For G

Introduction
English

Edgar L Bainton (1880-1956) was arrested while en route to the Bayreuth Festival and transferred to Ruhleben. He became the vicechairman of the Ruhleben Musical Society and was an active member; composing for, and performing in, the weekly concerts given at the camp. All night under the moon was written in 1917 while Bainton was interned. After his release he returned to his post as Principal of the Newcastle Conservatory.

Wilfred Wilson Gibson (1878-1962) was a friend of Edgar Bainton. They often took country walks together. Gibson joined the British Army in 1914, and served briefly on the Western Front as a Private in the Infantry.

Recordings

No Exceptions No Exemptions

Robin Tritschler (tenor), Malcolm Martineau (piano)

Studio Master: SIGCD401Download onlyStudio Master FLAC & ALAC downloads available

This recital draws its inspiration from those lives upturned by the Great War, whether soldier or civilian. Alongside established works, the programme introduces little known songs which portray the humanity of those caught up in the torrent of wa ...» More