Peter Manning writes about Elgar for Gramophone
05 Feb 2025
Ahead of our concert at Wilton’s Music Hall on Tuesday 11 February 2024, Gramophone Magazine publised an article by our Founding Artistic Director Peter Manning on why Elgar’s music remains enduringly popular.
‘Though Elgar’s world is now far behind us, his music remains a testament to his genius. The complexity, beauty, and deep emotional expression in his compositions continue to resonate. The inscription on the title page of his Second Symphony, quoting Shelley—’Rarely, rarely cometh thou, spirit of delight’—captures the essence of his creative impulse.’