Composers
Britain has a long history of making some of the most memorable music the world has known. From powerful classical compositions to song writers such as the Beatles and Sting, British musicians have been crafting works that are often influenced by their surroundings.
No visit to Worcester would be complete without a look at Elgar's birthplace which is situated at Broadheath, a small village about 3 miles south-west of Worcester.
Edward William Elgar
In August 1829, Mendelssohn visited the uninhabited Island of Staffa off the West Coast of Scotland (near Mull and Iona). Here, he was inspired by Staffa's most famous landmark Fingal's Cave.
Felix Mendelssohn
Any fan of this composer would undoubtedly enjoy a visit to the charming Cotswold village of Down Ampney.
Ralph Vaughan Williams
Britain's landscapes have influenced some of Britains' most popular contemporary musicians, such as Paul McCartney, Sting and Van Morrison.
Contemporary British Museums
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