Vectis

Description

Thomas Frederick Dunhill (1 February 1877 – 13 March 1946) was a prolific English composer in many genres, though he is best known today for his light music and educational piano works. His compositions include much chamber music, a song cycle, The Wind Among the Reeds, and an operetta, Tantivy Towers, that had a successful London run in 1931. He was also a teacher, examiner and writer on musical subjects.

Vectis is the Roman name for the Isle of Wight. However, a connection between the place and the five movements in this Suite is not apparent. They are a combination of older dance styles and English folk music, all with Dunhills elegant style apparent.