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Ralph Vaughan Williams
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Born in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Born on 12th of September 1872
Died on 26th of August 1958

Born 1872 (down ampney) Died 1958 London - English composer

Studied at Royal College of Music and in Berlin and Paris. First success in 1910 with the choral Sea Symphony. Became a leader of English folk song movement. Composed large number of works in all forms including the ballad opera (Hugh the Drover), the Ballet (Job) symphonies, choral works and the opera (The Pilgrim’s Progress). Provided music for stage and film.

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