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The turn of the 20th century saw a new interest in English folk song and dance, which in turn inspired the art world. This book focuses on the lives of seven English composers - Ralph Vaughan Williams, Gustav Holst, George Butterworth, Ernest Moeran, Philip Heseltine, Gerald Finzi and Percy Grainger. Each chapter provides historical background and tells the fascinating story of a musical life.

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A New English Music Composers and Folk Traditions

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      Publisher: McFarland & Company
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 4/20/2016 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780786496341, 978-0786496341
      ISBN10: 0786496347

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      Book Synopsis
      The turn of the 20th century saw a new interest in English folk song and dance, which in turn inspired the art world. This book focuses on the lives of seven English composers - Ralph Vaughan Williams, Gustav Holst, George Butterworth, Ernest Moeran, Philip Heseltine, Gerald Finzi and Percy Grainger. Each chapter provides historical background and tells the fascinating story of a musical life.

      Trade Review
      "It is impossible to imagine any reader coming away from Dr. Rayborn’s account without wanting to seek out more." - The University Bookman

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