One of the most fabulously-gifted musicians ever, Edward Benjamin Britten (he dropped the "Edward" fairly early) excelled not only as a composer but as a conductor and pianist. Many consider him among the five great stylists of Modern English music, along with Edward Elgar, Ralph Vaughan Williams, William Walton, and Michael Tippett. Although a superb orchestral composer, he also became one of the finest writers for the human voice, with masterful song cycles and choral work.

 

 

Sir Edward William Elgar was an internationally reputed English composer best known for his orchestral works. His works have been included in both English and international concert repertoire and his mastery over various musical forms inspired a renaissance in English music.

 

 

 

Benjamin Britten: Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes, Op.33a

Edward Elgar: Cello Concerto in e Minor, Op.85

Edward Elgar: Enigma Variations, Op.36