Listening Through The Dictionary of Composers and Their Music
Sir Edward German (1862-1936)
Bio
German Edward Jones was born in Whitchurch and rose to prominence while studying at the Royal Academy of Music. He was the natural successor to Arthur Sullivan and his lasting legacy is primarily on the stage. He was knighted in 1928, received the Royal Philharmonic Society gold medal in 1934, and was an Honorary Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Musicians.
Music
Symphony No. 2 in A minor "Norwich"
Welsh Rhapsody
The Seasons
Three Dances from Henry VIII
Gypsy Suite
Nell Gwyn
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