Serenade for string orchestra, Op.20

The Serenade for Strings in E minor, Op. 20, is a piece for string orchestra in three short movements, by Edward Elgar. It was written in March 1892 and first performed in private in that year, by the Worcester Ladies' Orchestral Class, with the composer conducting. It received its first public performance in Antwerp, Belgium on 21 July 1896. Dedicated to W. H. Whinfield, it is approximately 12 minutes in duration. The first movement begins in 6/... more

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Edward Elgar

Sir Edward William Elgar, 1st Baronet, OM, GCVO (2 June 1857–23 February 1934) was an English composer. He is known for such works as the Enigma Variations, the Pomp and Circumstance Marches, The Dream of Gerontius, concertos for violin and cello, and two symphonies. He also composed oratorios,...

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