WHO'S WHO?

LIBBY HORNER

The brains behind the project! Libby discovered Brangwyn in 2000 and since then the two have become inseparable. Libby is the world's leading authority on Brangwyn: she curated the most comprehensive exhibition ever held of Brangwyn's work (2006, Leeds, Bruges and Swansea); co-edited and contributed two essays to the accompanying publication Frank Brangwyn 1867-1956; wrote Frank Brangwyn. A Mission to Decorate Life for The Fine Art Society/Liss Fine Art selling show, Spring 2006; presented and wrote the script for the Brangwyn DVD, ART? It's just a job! (2006); lectures about the artist; writes about the artist; lives and breathes the artist - and started the website: http://www.frankbrangwyn.org/


Libby combines the tasks of researcher, writer and presenter of the DVD.

CHARLES MAPLESTON

The filmmaker. Charles produced and directed the Brangwyn DVD, ART? It's just a job! (2006). His production company Malachite is an Independent production company which produces work for the cinema and international broadcast television, as well as for corporate and business clients. They originate work on both film and digital video but the final product is increasingly on DVD, often with sophisticated menu structures and bonus material. They have a track record for producing long-running series as well as quality 'one-offs'; from observational documentaries to stylish education programmes and lifestyle television, specialising in making tightly controlled imaginative films with strong story lines and a focus on people. The subject matter ranges from design, technology and environmental issues to the arts, dance, music and entertainment. They are also developing micro-budget fiction. For more information visit the website at: http://www.malachite.co.uk/

GARETH MORGAN

The artist. Gareth Morgan studied Architectural Stained Glass at Swansea, following an academic career in Modern Languages. He has been a stained glass artist for the past twenty years, working to commission. He undertakes all aspects of the work himself, from the design stage through to the installation. His windows are in private houses; public buildings, e.g. The Royal Bolton Hospital and Trinity College Carmarthen; and numerous churches in England and Wales. He also creates autonomous panels, a number of them inspired by Welsh myths and other works of literature. He has been interviewed about his work a number of times on SC4, Radio Wales and The World Service.

MIKE WESTBROOK

The Composer. Mike has led and composed for a succession of Big Bands and small groups since the 1960s. He has toured extensively throughout Europe and further afield and made 40 albums. He has written for classical ensembles, choirs and brass bands, for radio, TV, theatre and cinema. His principal compositions for Jazz Orchestra include Citadel/Room 315 featuring John Surnam, On Duke's Birthday dedicated to the memory of Duke Ellington, Big Band Rossini which was featured in the 1992 Proms. His television music credits include the award winning BBC drama Caught on a Train by Stephen Poliakoff starring Peggy Ashcroft. Compositions for voice include settings of European poetry, notably in The Cortege and The Westbrook Blake. A documentary of the jazz oratorio Turner in Uri premiered in Switzerland in 2003, was filmed for Swiss TV by Malachite. Turner in Uri is one of a whole series of collaborations with Kate Westbrook that ranges from their first jazz cabaret Mama Chicago to the current Waxeywork Show. His opera Coming Through Slaughter based on the novel by Michael Ondaatje, was premiered in 1994. Jago, with libretto by Kate, was commissioned by Wedmore Opera in 2000. His latest album Chanson Irresponsable, performed by the New Westbrook Orchestra, a group that combines jazz and classical musicians, is released on Enja Records.

Mike was awarded the OBE in 1988. For more information see: http://www.westbrookjazz.co.uk/

MISCELLANY

The heavenly choir. The vocal ensemble Miscellany, formed in 1982, is based in Clevedon, North Somerset and comprises eleven female singers. They have won classes at festivals including the Bristol Eisteddfod, were highly commended finalists in the HTV televised Sing Out Competition in 1996 and 2000, and were the first musicians to perform at the National Trust Property, Tynestesfield in 2003. For more information: http://www.miscellany.org.uk/