Gustav Holst

English composer Gustav Holst was born in Cheltenham on 21 September 1874 and died in London on 25 May 1934. His eventual friendship with Vaughan Williams and mutual discovery of the delights of English folksong had a strong effect upon them both. Holst's music, varied in style as it is, had a visionary quality in the best that gave it unique character.

A selection of M&V articles about Gustav Holst

Ensemble. A Spirited Performance - Mike Wheeler listens to Voices and the Derby Concert Orchestra

Ensemble. Top Class Musicianship - Roderic Dunnett visits Gloucester for the 2010 Three Choirs Festival

CD Spotlight. Mice in the Manger - A selection of Christmas music, enjoyed by George Balcombe. '... an amazing collection.'

Ensemble. Music in the Spacing of the Spheres - A spectacular version of Holst's 'The Planets' in Cleveland, reviewed by Kelly Ferjutz