Tippett: A Child of Our Time

Tippett: A Child of Our Time

Edward Gardner conductor

Nadine Benjamin soprano
Sarah Connolly mezzo-soprano
Kenneth Tarver tenor
Roderick Williams bass

London Philharmonic Orchestra
London Philharmonic Choir
London Adventist Chorale

Edward Gardner and the London Philharmonic Orchestra present a searing new recording of Michael Tippett’s A Child of Our Time, the composer’s deeply human response to oppression and violence in the 20th century. Inspired by the events of Kristallnacht, Tippett’s modern oratorio speaks with archetypal force, weaving timeless spirituals into a narrative that moves from despair to hope. Captured live in performance with the London Philharmonic Choir, the London Adventist Chorale, and a stellar line-up of soloists – Nadine Benjamin, Sarah Connolly, Kenneth Tarver and Roderick Williams – this release reveals Gardner’s profound affinity with Tippett’s music, balancing emotional intensity with clarity and compassion. The result is a powerful testament to the enduring relevance of Tippett’s vision and a landmark addition to the LPO Label’s award-winning Tippett catalogue.

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