SIR EDWARD ELGAR b. 1857, d. 1934
Distinctively British composer; first a violinist and violin teacher, he established his reputation in 1899 with the orchestral portraits '. the Enigma Variations. This week's programmes concentrate on a wide range of orchestral works including many small, lighter pieces.
Concert Overture: Froissart
NEW PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA conducted by SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI
9.20* Introduction and Allegro for strings: ALLEGRI QUARTET
SINFONJA OF LONDON, conducted by SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI
9.35* Sursum Corda, Op 11
9.43' Burlesco (The Spanish Lady)
9.46* Minuet (Beau Brummel) BOURNEMOUTH SINFONIA, conducted by GEORGE HURST. Records