Composition: The Spirit of England, Op. 80 (Elgar, Edward)

Title The Spirit of England
Creators Edward Elgar (composer) and Laurence Binyon (librettist)
Opus Op.80
Instrumentation soprano, mixed chorus and orchestra
tenor, mixed chorus and orchestra
Number of movements 3
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Composed 1914
First published 1917
Dedication My portion of this work I dedicate to the memory of our glorious men, with a special thought for the Worcesters.- Edward Elgar 1916.
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Composition types Secular cantatas
Language English
Period Romantic
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The Fourth of August
To Women
For the Fallen (With Proud Thanksgiving)

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Details Section Type Publisher Date File
view For the Fallen (No.3) parts Novello 1916 Violins I · view
view Complete vocal score Novello 1917 Complete Score · view
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view Complete vocal score Novello 1920 Complete Score (With Proud Thanksgiving) · view

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