Michael Tippett
Sir Michael Kemp Tippett, O.M. (2 January 1905 – 8 January 1998) was one of… Read Full Bio ↴Sir Michael Kemp Tippett, O.M. (2 January 1905 – 8 January 1998) was one of the foremost English composers of the 20th century.
Tippett was regarded by many as an outsider in British music, a view that may have been related to his early conscientious objection and his homosexuality. His pacifist beliefs led to a prison sentence in World War II, and for many years his music was considered ungratefully written for voices and instruments, and therefore difficult to perform. An intense intellectual, he maintained a much wider knowledge and interest in the literature and philosophy of other countries (Africa, Europe) than was common among British musicians. His (sometimes quirky) libretti for his operas and other works reflect his passionate interest in the dilemmas of human society and the enduring strength of the human spirit.
Tippett was regarded by many as an outsider in British music, a view that may have been related to his early conscientious objection and his homosexuality. His pacifist beliefs led to a prison sentence in World War II, and for many years his music was considered ungratefully written for voices and instruments, and therefore difficult to perform. An intense intellectual, he maintained a much wider knowledge and interest in the literature and philosophy of other countries (Africa, Europe) than was common among British musicians. His (sometimes quirky) libretti for his operas and other works reflect his passionate interest in the dilemmas of human society and the enduring strength of the human spirit.
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08Part 1: Chorus of the Oppressed - When shall the usurers' city ceaseMichael TippettMichael Tippett
09Five Negro Spirituals From The Oratorio "A Child Of Our Time": Steal AwayMichael TippettMichael Tippett
11String Quartet No. 3: I. Grave e sostenuto - Allegro moderato (doppio movimento)Michael TippettMichael Tippett
13The Midsummer Marriage, Act III: (After the She Ancient returns up stage) (orchestra), "Fire in summer" (chorus)Michael TippettMichael Tippett
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