Inspiring Elgar: The Composers Who Shaped a Genius — A Live Music Event
Discover the music that shaped Elgar’s genius in a recital by Corinne Frost and Clare Toomer, featuring the composers he most admired. With insights from Richard Westwood-Brookes, this programme reveals the influences behind Elgar’s voice.
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- Admission applies
This thoughtfully curated recital by renowned cellist Corinne Frost and distinguished pianist Clare Toomer explores the rich musical landscape that helped shape Elgar’s own distinctive voice. Featuring works by Beethoven, Dvořák, Fauré, Parry, Purcell and Schumann—composers whose craftsmanship, lyricism, and harmonic imagination Elgar greatly admired—the programme offers a fascinating window into the influences that resonated deeply with him throughout his life.
The performance will be complemented by illuminating commentary from Richard Westwood-Brookes, who will reflect on Elgar’s personal connection to these composers and the role they played in inspiring his musical development.
Tickets: £15
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The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
Visitor Centre is fully accessible.
- Meeting point
This event will take place in the Carice Room
- Suitability for children
This event is suitable for children
- What to bring and wear
This is an indoor event.
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