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The Firs: Inspiring Elgar: The Composers Who Shaped a Genius — A Live Music Event
Discover the music that shaped Elgar’s genius in a recital by Corinne Frost and Clare Toomer, featuring the composers he most admired. With insights from Richard Westwood-Brookes, this programme reveals the influences behind Elgar’s voice.
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This thoughtfully curated recital by renowned cellist Corinne Frost and distinguished pianist Clare Toomer explores the rich musical landscape that helped shape Elgar’s own distinctive voice. Featuring works by Beethoven, Dvořák, Fauré, Parry, Purcell and Schumann—composers whose craftsmanship, lyricism, and harmonic imagination Elgar greatly admired—the programme offers a fascinating window into the influences that resonated deeply with him throughout his life.
The performance will be complemented by illuminating commentary from Richard Westwood-Brookes, who will reflect on Elgar’s personal connection to these composers and the role they played in inspiring his musical development.
Event date: October 4th 2026 with performances at 11:00am and 14:00pm.
Seats are limited—book early to avoid disappointment!
Tickets £15. Booking Essential. Admission applies. See website for booking details or call 0344 249 1895
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- Sunday 4 October 2026, 11:00 - Sunday 4 October 2026, 15:00
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Listen to cellist Corinne Frost playing cello music by British composers including Elgar. Corinne will also take music requests (classical or not) and might even create a sound portrait for you.
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