Summary

Piers Connor Kennedy, the visionary founder of Ensemble Pro Victoria, recently discussed the profound musical colours and traditions that shaped the unique Nowel el el. His insights highlight how writing for Ensemble Pro Victoria fundamentally influenced the ensemble's trajectory, creating a foundation that defined their distinct style. In this dialogue, Connor and David Smith Presto explore the rich tapestry of musical ideas and traditions that became the heart of this avant-garde ensemble. The conversation also touches upon how unconventional beginnings can redefine artistic direction, as reflected in Strad's interview with Marianne Schofield. Schofield reflects on challenges faced during the early stages of the ensembles, explaining how starting without a traditional blueprint helped define their unique trajectory and direction. Together, these discussions reveal the deep connections between artistic vision, community building, and the creative freedom essential for a successful ensemble like Nowel el el.

Strad's interview with Marianne Schofield offers further insight into the unique beginnings of their ensemble, emphasizing how unconventional initial approaches led to innovative outcomes. Schofield discusses the specific challenges encountered when attempting to establish the ensemble without a fixed plan, illustrating how this lack of structure allowed for a truly individualistic musical path. Through her reflections on these early hurdles, she highlights the resilience and adaptability required to evolve a community when traditional rules do not apply. This perspective on unconventional beginnings aligns closely with Piers Connor Kennedy's emphasis on writing and community-driven creation, underscoring how a new vision can be born from the collective struggle to break traditional norms. Ultimately, these interviews demonstrate that their ensemble moved beyond simple collaboration into a complex, deeply personal artistic journey defined by innovation and shared vision.

Title

Delphian Records | Award-winning record label

Description

Delphian Records is one of the UK’s foremost independent music labels. Our catalogue is curated to inspire the adventurous: from ancient bone flutes to string quartet with Scottish Highland bagpipes and almost everything in between.

Keywords

music, more, song, choral, release, edward, album, benjamin, advent, hermes, chamber, contemporary, choir, here, tree, watch, editors

NS Lookup

A 23.227.38.65

Dates

Created 2026-03-07

Updated 2026-04-22

Summarized 2026-04-27