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The Planets, Op. 32, is a seven- movement orchestral suite by the English composer Gustav Holst, written between 1914 and 1917. In the last movement the orchestra is joined by a wordless female chorus. Each movement of the suite is named after a planet of the Solar System and its supposed astrological character.
Gustav Theodore Holst (born Gustavus Theodore von Holst; 21 September 1874 – 25 May 1934) was an English composer, arranger and teacher. Best known for his orchestral suite The Planets, he composed many other works across a range of genres, although none achieved comparable success.
Apr 27, 2014 · Holst : The Planets Op.32 : II Venus, the Bringer of Peace / Dickingson - Midnight May 7th, 1945, Day Lewis - Will It Be So again
Written between 1914-1916 by British composer Gustav Holst, ‘The Planets’ represents all the known planets of the Solar System seen from Earth at the time, and their corresponding astrological character, including Jupiter and Mars. Here's a listening guide to his masterpiece….
Mar 29, 2024 · Gustav Holst composed “The Planets” with crucial help from others. Firsthand accounts and the score reflect how collaborative its creation was.
Sep 28, 2018 · The Planets, by Gustav Holst, premiered on this date in 1918. The seven-movement suite, depicting planets from our solar system, has been sampled, stolen and cherished by the likes of Frank...
Gustav Holst 's suite The Planets has been the subject of frequent adaptations and additions, and many later works, particularly in popular music, have been derived from it.
The Planets, Op. 32, orchestral suite consisting of seven short tone poems by English composer Gustav Holst. Its first public performance took place in 1920, and it was an instant success.
Oct 11, 2023 · After its debut in 1918, Gustav Holst’s seven-movement orchestral suite The Planets became an international phenomenon. Just two years later, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra performed the work’s U.S. premiere in 1920.
Aug 9, 2024 · Holst’s celestial suite has long been a showpiece for virtuoso orchestras and a sonic spectacular for hi‑fi buffs. Andrew Farach‑Colton chooses his favourite versions from across a century of recordings Gustav Holst composed The Planets between 1914 and 1917 (photo: Bridgeman Images)
