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Ralph Vaughan Williams OM (/ ˌ r eɪ f v ɔː n ˈ w ɪ l j ə m z / ⓘ RAYF vawn WIL-yəmz; 12 October 1872 – 26 August 1958) was an English composer. His works include operas, ballets, chamber music, secular and religious vocal pieces and orchestral compositions including nine symphonies, written over sixty years.
Jun 4, 2024 · Ralph Vaughan Williams (born October 12, 1872, Down Ampney, Gloucestershire, England—died August 26, 1958, London, England) was an English composer in the first half of the 20th century, and the founder of the nationalist movement in English music.
Ralph Vaughan Williams was not only a composer of the utmost importance for English music but also one of the great symphonists of the 20th century. He was born on 12 October 1872 in the Cotswold village of Down Ampney, where his father was vicar.
Oct 11, 2022 · Ralph Vaughan Williams, the English ‘Lark Ascending’ composer, wrote ravishing orchestral and choral music – here are some of his greatest works.
Orchestral suites by Ralph Vaughan-Williams. 01. The Wasps (Aristophanic suite) 00:00 Overture Entr'acte March Past of the Kitchen Utensils Entr'acte Ballet and Final Tableau 02. English Folk...
Ralph Vaughan Williams was born in ‘The Vicarage’, in Down Ampney, on 12 October 1872. He was the third child of Arthur and Margaret Vaughan Williams. Arthur Vaughan Williams and Margaret Wedgwood married in 1866. Arthur was ordained vicar of All Saints church, Down Ampney, in 1868.
Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872–1958) is one of the most important composers of the 20th century. Drawing on the influences of English folk song and Tudor polyphony, Ralph succeeded at reviving British music during a career that spanned over six decades.
Sep 1, 2016 · The "Norfolk Rhapsody No.1", based on folk songs collected by Vaughan Williams himself, is performed in this recording by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, ...
Vice Chairman & Secretary. A society dedicated to widening the understanding and appreciation of the life and music of Ralph Vaughan Williams.
Dec 8, 2013 · Support us on Patreon and get more content: / classicalvault --- Ralph Vaughan Williams A Sea Symphony 1 "Song of the Exposition" and "Song for all Seas, all Ships" 2 "On the Beach at Night...
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