Crucible of TerrorJack Davies, an art dealer from London, does a deal with his friend, Michael Clare, son of a gifted artist, Victor Clare. Michael steals some of his father's works and Jack sells them at his gallery, splitting the profit with Michael. Both men realize that Victor works are worth a fortune. Unfortunately, Victor is a recluse, and lives in isolation above an abandoned tin mine in Cornwall. It would be impossible to smuggle out any more of his paintings

like a highly sensitive antenna picking up the subtlest vibrations of the universe

and it took the following generation of Czech composers to rehabilitate the hero who had lived in their midst

and this opera is optimally suited toward this end

some of the best known themes from outstanding soundtracks Herrmann write for equally outstanding films- all psychological thrillers- by brilliant directors

The composers and educators Eugen Werner Velte and Wolfgang Rihm as well as alumni whose music is presented here demonstrate the characteristics of a school

the CD provides a real insight into Motown in the UK at the time

letting it replace the first violin

near Bristol

Double orange colored vinyl LP pressing

League of Composers (ISCM)

from an early age

while it was no longer the only outlet for the release of hot new American hits