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Sir Edward Elgar

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Born 02 June 1857. Died 23 February 1934.

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Biography

Sir Edward William Elgar, 1st Baronet, OM, GCVO (2 June 1857–23 February 1934) was an English composer. He is known for such works as the Enigma Variations, the Pomp and Circumstance Marches, The Dream of Gerontius, concertos for violin and cello, and two symphonies. He also composed oratorios, chamber music and songs. He was appointed Master of the King's Musick in 1924.

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BBC Reviews Really Simple Syndication

  1. Elgar Cello Concerto in E Minor 2007

    Cello Concerto in E minor (Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra feat. conductor: Vernon Handley, cello: Natalie Clein)

    Reviewed by Charlotte Gardner

    ...a truly different and much smoother interpretation...

  2. Symphony no. 1 1986

    Symphony No. 1 (Royal Philharmonic Orchestra feat. conductor: André Previn)

    Reviewed by Andrew McGregor

    Colin Davis's sure touch and the rich velvety sound of the Dresden Staatskapelle...

  3. Violin Concerto

    Violin Concerto in Bm, Op 61

    Reviewed by John Armstrong

    ...Sammons is such a modern-sounding violinist, with a full, firm tone and an...

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Since December 2008

  1. BBC Radio 3 100%

  2. BBC Radio Ulster 14%

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