Commissioned by Radio Telefis Éireann. First performed by the RTÉ Symphony Orchestra conducted by the composer at the Dublin Festival on 9 January 1969.

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  • 30 min

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6 Studies of Francis Bacon: Introduction - No. 1. Figures in A Landscape
6 Studies of Francis Bacon: No. 2. Popes
6 Studies of Francis Bacon: No. 3. Isabel
6 Studies of Francis Bacon: No. 4. Crucifixion
6 Studies of Francis Bacon: No. 5. George and the Bicycle
6 Studies of Francis Bacon: No. 6. Self-Portrait

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  • Gerard Schurmann's Centenary
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    • In 2024 we celebrate the centenary of the late composer Gerard Schurmann. Join us in celebrating the career of a master of the orchestra as we explore a selection of his finest concert works.

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