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The world premiere of Sunset at Sea with the Sheffield Chamber Orchestra
On 29 November 2025 Sheffield Chamber Orchestra will premiere ’Sunset at Sea’. In a fireside chat with Laurence Perkins, the conversation explored the rich tapestry behind Sunset at Sea, from Janáček to Shostakovich, Debussy to Bach, and even a touch of Gregorian chant. Explore the conversation here Sunset at Sea is a new work composed by Dominic especially for the SCO. In conversation with Laurence Perkins, Dominic describes the joy of writing for SCO ’The balance and clar
Dominic McGonigal
4 days ago1 min read
Symphony Inspired By Cathedral Arches
When London Medical Orchestra conductor Oliver Till spoke to composer Dominic McGonigal about the group’s forthcoming 70th anniversary, a...
Ben Hogwood
Jun 23, 20248 min read
A Date At London Festival Of Contemporary Church Music
We have a date! The Ave Verum will be premiered at the London Festival Of Contemporary Church Music on Saturday 18 May. It will feature...
Dominic McGonigal
Apr 11, 20241 min read
It’s out today! Palimpsest: New Works from Old for Sax and Choir.
Saxophonist Sam Corkin put together the album commissioning 15 pieces from composers, with a brief to write something new using an...
Dominic McGonigal
Sep 27, 20231 min read
World Premiere of ‘La Fleur des Eaux’ at The Tiddly Proms
It’s always nerve-racking having a premiere of one of your pieces, especially at a high profile event in front of an audience of 1300....
Dominic McGonigal
Oct 15, 20191 min read
‘Rhythm Herd’ Premiered by Philomel
Thank you to Janet Oates and Philomel for an amazing concert on St. Cecilia’s Day. ‘Rhythm Herd’ was beautifully performed! Thank you for...
Dominic McGonigal
Dec 5, 20181 min read
“Night Song” performed with the BBC Singers
“Night Song” with the BBC Singers, 18th September 2018 At BBC’s Maida Vale studios, it’s like walking the length of a ship’s interior to...
Dominic McGonigal
Oct 24, 20182 min read
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