Steve Schwartz:

>It could also be something like this.  Matthews got a commission for such
>a work.
>
>On the other hand, Matthews has spent many years working on "performing
>editions" of Holst's music (often under the direction of or in
>collaboration with Holst's composer-daughter, Imogen).  Perhaps it's a
>matter of wanting to try on a musical mask - writing one's own bit of
>Holst.  We accept such things as humor (vide PDQ Bach).  Why not see what
>happens when we take it seriously?

I agree that the commission was probably the catalyst, and that it
would be foolish to turn it down.  And I also agree that we should take it
seriously.  After all, I am sure that a composer of Colin Matthews' ability
will be able to create something that is both pertinient and thrilling.

Robin