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Edward Gardner

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Dramatic Elements, Meditative and Delicate ElementsIn Tippetts Controversial Work,A Definitive Performance by Gardner, the Leading Authority on British MusicEdward Gardner assumed the role of Principal Conductor of the LPO in 2021. With his unwavering leadership and exceptional musicality, he continues to refine the LPOs sound. This recording marks Gardners third Tippett recording on the LPO label. Following the highly acclaimed *The Midsummer Marriage* and *Piano Concerto, Symphony No. 2*, his deep empathy for Tippetts uniquely complex and emotionally dense music is evident throughout this moving interpretation. Tippetts modern oratorio, *Children of Our Time*, inspired by the true story of a young Jewish man who protested against Nazi Germany, was composed in 1942. While adhering to the form of a Bach Passion, Tippett incorporated spirituals (African-American hymns) to appeal to peoples hea