Kaikhosru Shapurji Sorabji, compositeur sui generis - Automatisation

Why is Sorabji so famous?
Regardless of the reception, Sorabji’s place in musical history was ensured: In 1970, Guinness World Records officially recognized the Opus Clavicembalisticum as the longest non-repetitive piece of solo piano music ever written, and it remains one of the most bizarre and outstanding pieces of music in the entire classical repertoire.
What is the Sorabji Archive?
Established in 1988, The Sorabji Archive houses a collection of literature by and about Sorabji including manuscripts, essays, performances, recordings, personal correspondence, and much more. In many cases, the Archive is the sole distributor for this material.
What was Sorabji's first composition?
Although there has been speculation about earlier works, Sorabji's first known (albeit lost) composition is a 1914 piano transcription of Delius's orchestral piece In a Summer Garden. His early works are predominantly piano sonatas, songs and piano concertos.
Who is Kaikhosru Shapurji Sorabji?
Kaikhosru Shapurji Sorabji (born Leon Dudley Sorabji; 14 August 1892 – 15 October 1988) was an English composer, music critic, pianist and writer whose music, written over a period of seventy years, ranges from sets of miniatures to works lasting several hours.