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First Sunday Music - Elgar

Posted on 03/01/2009 11:28:25 AM PST by HoosierHawk

Edward Elgar


Elgar was born June 2, 1857, near Worcester. As a young man he filled several musical posts before succeeding his father as organist at Saint George's Roman Catholic Church, Worcester, in 1885. In 1889 he married and resigned his position to devote himself to composing. Elgar then lived alternately in London and near Worcester. The 1890 performance of his overture Froissart brought Elgar some recognition, but he did not become well known until 1899, when the Hungarian conductor Hans Richter performed Elgar's Variations on an Original Theme in London. That composition, better known as the Enigma Variations because the central theme is suggested but never overtly stated, is one of his most highly regarded and popular works. The Dreams of Gerontius, based on a poem by the British churchman John Henry Newman, and generally considered Elgar's masterpiece, firmly established the reputation of the composer. Elgar's work, a late example of romanticism, is notable for its wit, lyrical beauty, and distinctive form. Elgar also wrote the cantatas The Black Knight (1893) and Caractacus (1898); the oratorios The Apostles (1903) and The Kingdom (1906); a concerto for violin (1910) and one for cello (1919); and the five popular Pomp and Circumstance marches (1901-7, 1930). His orchestral works include the overture Cockaigne (1902); the symphonic study Falstaff (1913); and two symphonies, in A-flat (1908) and in E-flat (1911). He was at work on a third symphony at the time of his death, February 23, 1934, at Worcester.

Read more of Elgar's life and works.

Elgar - String Music
Introduction and Allegro, Op. 47
Serenade in E minor, Op. 20
Allegro piacevole
Larghetto
Allegretto - Come prima
Elegy, Op. 56
Sospiri, Op. 70

Enigma Variations

Pomp and Circumstance Marches
with Cockaigne (in Londontown) - Concert Overture, Op. 40

Sir John Barbirolli and Sir Adrian Boult conducting the London Symphony Orchesta, London Philharmonic Orchestra and Philharmonia Orchestra.


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1 posted on 03/01/2009 11:28:25 AM PST by HoosierHawk
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To: Brad's Gramma; Cincinna; curmudgeonII; Duke Nukum; EveningStar; laurenmarlowe; LucyT; sitetest; ...

Ping to First Sunday Music with Elgar.


2 posted on 03/01/2009 11:29:41 AM PST by HoosierHawk (Democrats - Looting American citizens for generations to come.)
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To: HoosierHawk

One of the greatest underrated composers, in my opinion. No Beethoven or JS Bach, of course. But he’s better than a lot of the canon out there that gets far more air time. IMHO


3 posted on 03/01/2009 11:30:44 AM PST by Ghost of Philip Marlowe (The Stimulus Package: Preamble to the Democrat's new Declaration of In Dependence)
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To: Ghost of Philip Marlowe

Elgar appreciator here too.


4 posted on 03/01/2009 11:50:57 AM PST by Molly Pitcher (We are Americans...the sons and daughters of liberty...*.from FReeper the Real fifi*))
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To: Ghost of Philip Marlowe
Putting these monthly threads together gives me an opportunity to learn more about the composers and their music.

The more I learn, the more I appreciate the music. The more I appreciate, the more eager I am to learn. It's a vicious cycle!

: ) I'm glad others enjoy it as well.

5 posted on 03/01/2009 11:59:24 AM PST by HoosierHawk (Democrats - Looting American citizens for generations to come.)
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To: HoosierHawk

He’s been called the “greatest English composer since Purcell” and is credited with the turn-of-century renascence of British music.


6 posted on 03/01/2009 12:55:24 PM PST by Erasmus (Nowadays, young couples can get married in church, or elope. Many choose the ladder.)
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To: HoosierHawk
I like Elgar very much. Good stuff to listen to.

Now I like him even more looking at that photo of him channel-surfing.

Leni

7 posted on 03/01/2009 12:55:36 PM PST by MinuteGal
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To: HoosierHawk

You should post a link to his Quintet for Piano and Strings in A minor, written in 1919. The slow movement is a masterpiece. In its middle section, there is a passage that describes inconsolable grief better than any other piece I’ve ever heard.


8 posted on 03/01/2009 2:05:26 PM PST by Publius (The Quadri-Metallic Standard: Gold and silver for commerce, lead and brass for protection.)
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To: HoosierHawk; .30Carbine; 1rudeboy; 2nd Bn, 11th Mar; 31R1O; ADemocratNoMore; ...

Dear HoosierHawk,

Thanks for the ping!

Classical Music Ping List ping!

If you want on or off this list, let me know via FR e-mail.

Thanks,

sitetest


9 posted on 03/01/2009 3:03:45 PM PST by sitetest (If Roe is not overturned, no unborn child will ever be protected in law.)
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To: HoosierHawk

Thank you.


10 posted on 03/01/2009 3:47:24 PM PST by curmudgeonII (Vocatus atque non vocatus deus aderit.)
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To: HoosierHawk

Elgar is one of my favorite composers, and Nimrod is my favorite of the Enigma Variations. What a treat. Thanks.


11 posted on 03/01/2009 4:20:37 PM PST by MrsPatriot (The Democrat culture of corruption)
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To: curmudgeonII; MrsPatriot; MinuteGal

I’m glad you enjoy the music.


12 posted on 03/01/2009 4:25:06 PM PST by HoosierHawk (Democrats - Looting American citizens for generations to come.)
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To: HoosierHawk

another Elgar fan here. Thanks for the ping.


13 posted on 03/01/2009 5:47:22 PM PST by etabeta
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To: etabeta

Hey, glad you enjoy it.


14 posted on 03/01/2009 5:51:31 PM PST by HoosierHawk (Democrats - Looting American citizens for generations to come.)
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To: HoosierHawk

Thanks, Hoosier! These threads are always a blessing. I love the music. Too bad it isn’t a part of my own collection! LOL


15 posted on 03/02/2009 6:14:03 AM PST by MountainFlower (There but by the grace of God go I.)
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To: HoosierHawk; MinuteGal

Thanks again for a wonderful profile and selection.
I’ve been listening for the past two weeks - it sure
helps the rest of the ‘news’ reading on FR. This is music to
sooth the beat up heart of freedom lovers everywhere.
Can’t wait to see what is on tap for April.


16 posted on 03/20/2009 8:13:18 AM PDT by seenenuf ( PREPARE TO BE TESTED!)
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