When great music is unjustly forgotten, it becomes a duty to revive it. Violinist Maya Magub and pianist Matthew Schellhorn bring Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s Four Characteristic Waltzes to life in their first complete recording, revealing their charm, depth, and stylistic richness.Written in 1903, these waltzes showcase Coleridge-Taylor’s unique blend of English musical tradition and African heritage, echoing influences from Dvořák to Elgar. Despite his success in Britain and America, his work was largely neglected after his early death in 1912. Now, after decades of obscurity, this recording offers a fresh opportunity to appreciate his distinctive and powerful voice.
