"The sudden death of Richard Hickox in November 2008 robbed the world of a most vital, industrious, and energising musician, whose discographical legacy remains a treasure trove of the record catalogue. With the Richard Hickox Legacy we wish to express our gratitude to and appreciation of this great musical artist.

Not only did this specific recording bring Walton's The Bear to fame but it also proved a revelatory disc for the soloists, who would go on to become multi-award-winning performers and whose achievements in British music would become celebrated throughout the country, and beyond.
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