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Elgar

An astonishing documentary of the life of classical composer Sir Edward Elgar. This partly dramatised account is remarkable for its sensitive portrayal of the rise of a young musician from an underprivileged background to international fame.

Top Cast

  • Huw Wheldon

    Huw Wheldon

    Narrator

  • Peter Brett

    Peter Brett

    Mr. Elgar

  • Rowena Gregory

    Rowena Gregory

    Mrs. Elgar

  • George McGrath

    George McGrath

    Sir Edward Elgar

Overview

An astonishing documentary of the life of classical composer Sir Edward Elgar. This partly dramatised account is remarkable for its sensitive portrayal of the rise of a young musician from an underprivileged background to international fame.

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