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Benjamin Britten is celebrated as one of the outstanding British composers of the twentieth century. He shot to international fame with his operas, performed by his own English Opera Group, and a series of extraordinary instrumental works. He lived almost all his life in Suffolk, the sea providing a constant stimulus for his life and work.
Britten's music won a central place in the repertoire and the affection of generations of listeners. It was, above all, the ardent pursuit of innocence and beauty in his music that places it apart from that of his contemporaries and contributes to its unique quality.
David Matthews brings to this short biography his special insight as a fellow composer, former assistant, and friend of Britten to produce a sensitive, authoritative account.
| ISBN: | 9781914979545 |
| Publication date: | 9th June 2026 |
| Author: | David Matthews |
| Publisher: | Haus Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 192 pages |
| Series: | Life & Times |
| Genres: |
Biography: arts and entertainment Composers and songwriters Musicians, singers, bands and groups |
UPDATED SECOND EDITION
Benjamin Britten is celebrated as one of the outstanding British composers of the twentieth century. He shot to international fame with his operas, performed by his own English Opera Group, and a series of extraordinary instrumental works. He lived almost all his life in Suffolk, the sea providing a constant stimulus for his life and work.
Britten's music won a central place in the repertoire and the affection of generations of listeners. It was, above all, the ardent pursuit of innocence and beauty in his music that places it apart from that of his contemporaries and contributes to its unique quality.
David Matthews brings to this short biography his special insight as a fellow composer, former assistant, and friend of Britten to produce a sensitive, authoritative account.
Britten features in the following genres: Biography: arts and entertainment, Composers and songwriters, Musicians, singers, bands and groups
Britten is available in Paperback
Britten was written by David Matthews and published by Haus Publishing
Britten has 192 pages
Yes it is part of Life & Times series
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