The Powick Asylum music in a new recording

The Powick Asylum music in a new recording

With support from The Elgar Society and the Kay Trust, Somm Records have released a new recording of the music that Elgar wrote for the staff band at the Powick Asylum. Conductor Barry Collett directs the Innovation Chamber Ensemble (members of the CBSO) in what is...
HMV Worcester honours Sir Edward Elgar

HMV Worcester honours Sir Edward Elgar

Elgar’s association with HMV goes back to the early days of recorded sound and has been brought right up to date in its Worcester branch with the unveiling of a mural depicting Sir Edward listening in through a pair of earphones. Store manager Lindsay says “we’re very...
Elgar Society Appointment for Sir Mark Elder CBE

Elgar Society Appointment for Sir Mark Elder CBE

The Elgar Society has announced that conductor Sir Mark Elder CBE has accepted its invitation to become a Vice-President of the society. ‘I am delighted to be honoured by the Elgar Society in this way and will continue to do all that I can to promote the music and...
Elgar Society’s Highest Honour for Barry Collett

Elgar Society’s Highest Honour for Barry Collett

The contribution of conductor, pianist and musicologist Barry Collett to Elgar’s enduring legacy has been recognised by the award of the Elgar Society Medal – the society’s highest honour. The medal was conferred on Mr Collett by Steven Halls,...