Gustav Holst
Gustav Holst 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. His distinctive compositional style was the product of many influences, Richard Wagner and Richard Strauss being most crucial early in his development.
Career Journey
Background
- Born in
- Cheltenham
- Educated at
- University College LondonRoyal College of MusicPate's Grammar School
- Awards
- 🏆 Royal Philharmonic Society Gold Medal
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Timeline
1874
Born
Birth1934
Died
Death
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