‘Nimrod’ from Elgar’s Enigma Variations has become a favourite at British cultural events, from King Charles’ coronation to the 2012 Olympics. The composer named his theme ‘Nimrod’, the name of a ...

Despite some disappointing early performances, Tchaikovsky grew to value his First Concerto above all his other piano compositions. The work that finally made Elgar famous was a happy accident. While ...

Houston Symphony presents Elgar’s Enigma Variations, featuring one of the most beloved works in all of classical music. Conceived as a “musical photo album,” with each variation presenting a sketch of ...

Everyone, it seems, needs to have an “artist-in-residence” these days. Though lofty, the title, as interpreted in recent seasons by the Grant Park Music Festival and the Chicago Symphony, tends to ...

The 'Enigma Variations' Audio will be available later today. The orchestra at last summer's Music Academy of the West, in Santa Barbara, Calif., plays the "Enigma Variations," by Edward Elgar.

(The) Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Paavo Järvi, Conductor Benjamin Britten, Composer Peter Grimes, Movements: Interlude (Dawn) Paavo Järvi, Conductor Cincinnati ...