Alison Stephens (mandolin) with Steven Devine (piano)
Sherwell United Church - 21/02/08
How to get the most out of a mandolin
Alison Stephens (1970-2010) was arguably the leading exponent of the mandolin in the UK and, after graduating from Trinity College of Music, was appointed its first teacher for the instrument. Alison has an extensive discography, and performed world-wide, both as a soloist, and together in a number of varied ensembles. On this occasion, she was joined by fortepiano and piano specialist, Steven Devine. Alison wrote:
'Thanks for such a lovely positive review and your continuing support for what I do - it is really lovely to know I have people like you on my side!'
You can read Philip's complete review here.
Sherwell United Church - 21/02/08
How to get the most out of a mandolin
Alison Stephens (1970-2010) was arguably the leading exponent of the mandolin in the UK and, after graduating from Trinity College of Music, was appointed its first teacher for the instrument. Alison has an extensive discography, and performed world-wide, both as a soloist, and together in a number of varied ensembles. On this occasion, she was joined by fortepiano and piano specialist, Steven Devine. Alison wrote:
'Thanks for such a lovely positive review and your continuing support for what I do - it is really lovely to know I have people like you on my side!'
You can read Philip's complete review here.
Ten Tors Orchestra
Theatre 1, Roland Levinsky Building, University of Plymouth - 12/02/11
Absorbing performance
Simon Ible conducted the Ten Tors Orchestra in the main event of the Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival 2011, which featured 'Mind Pieces', for full orchestra, percussion and prepared piano, by Eduardo Reck Miranda, Professor in Computer Music in the School of Humanities and Performing Arts at the University. Simon wrote:
'Eduardo was very apppreciative of your talking to him following the performance of Mind Pieces on Saturday. Thanks for the review - it was good to see you there enjoying the new music - well, most of it anyway!'
You can read Philip's complete review here.
Theatre 1, Roland Levinsky Building, University of Plymouth - 12/02/11
Absorbing performance
Simon Ible conducted the Ten Tors Orchestra in the main event of the Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival 2011, which featured 'Mind Pieces', for full orchestra, percussion and prepared piano, by Eduardo Reck Miranda, Professor in Computer Music in the School of Humanities and Performing Arts at the University. Simon wrote:
'Eduardo was very apppreciative of your talking to him following the performance of Mind Pieces on Saturday. Thanks for the review - it was good to see you there enjoying the new music - well, most of it anyway!'
You can read Philip's complete review here.
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Philip R Buttall
Musician & Music Writer