Ethyl Smyth
1858-1944
Smyth was a British composer, one of a handful who are being 'rediscovered' on recordings and in the concert hall as of late. Such additions to the 'tried and true' concert programs are mightily welcomed by this listener.
I will admit my first interaction with her music was not all that promising however, but judging a composer on one random work is hardly fair, and that recording had other issues as well. As it is, I have a long list of works I wish to sample from Smyth, thus I will remain eager to hear more of her musical voice.
I haven't covered much of her music as of yet, so I am going to wait to fill in a complete background and a musical commentary here. I will return soon though, as I am most interested in what she has to say as a composer.
Recordings and reviews currently on hand (Click below to visit):
2022: String Quartet in E minor
Much more to come!!!