Earthly Paradise
Sayings, Songs and Poems of William Morris

Ian McQueen's latest work is on a grand scale. It's a choral symphony: Earthly Paradise – Sayings, Songs and Poems of William Morris.

Scored for a large orchestra and choir, this has been commissioned by BBC Radio Three. It is dedicated to Stephen Jackson and the BBC Symphony Chorus, to celebrate the chorus's 80th birthday. There are four movements, which refer to the life of the great Victorian poet, designer and political activist, lasting about 30 minutes.

The premiere will take place in the Barbican Hall, London, on April 10th at 7.30, with the BBC Symphony Chorus, conducted by Sir Andrew Davis.

Tickets can be purchased at
https://www.barbican.org.uk

Earthly Paradise will be broadcast on April 13th at around 7.45 pm on BBC Radio Three.

Ian Mcqueen will introduce the piece live in the studio.