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Peter Pears Benjamin Britten and George Malcolm
Peter Pears Benjamin Britten and George Malcolm during rehearsals of St Nicholas at Orford Church, Aldeburgh Festival 1961 Date: 1961
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Aldeburgh Benjamin Britten Festival Malcolm Nicholas Orford Pears Peter Rehearsal
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, featuring the captivating image of "Peter Pears Benjamin Britten and George Malcolm" during rehearsals of St Nicholas at Orford Church, Aldeburgh Festival 1961. This timeless photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is now available to be enjoyed every day from the comfort of your own mug. Each mug in our range is expertly crafted with high-quality materials, ensuring a durable and stylish addition to your collection. Perfect for a hot beverage or as a thoughtful gift, the Photo Mug brings the beauty of this iconic image right to your hands. Immerse yourself in the rich history of music and art with every sip.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the intense focus and collaboration between the renowned tenor, Peter Pears, and composer-conductor, Benjamin Britten, during rehearsals for Britten's opera, "St. Nicholas," at Orford Church in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, in 1961. The image is a testament to the deep artistic partnership between the two men, who were not only close friends but also frequent collaborators. Britten, a pioneering figure in 20th-century classical music, had written the opera specifically for Pears, who would go on to give its world premiere performance in December of that year. George Malcolm, a distinguished pianist and conductor, is also seen in the photograph, playing an essential role in the rehearsals as the accompanist. The setting of the rehearsal at Orford Church, a beautiful and historic building that has long been a center of musical and artistic activity in Aldeburgh, adds to the sense of tradition and innovation that characterized the Aldeburgh Festival, where the opera was premiered as part of its 1961 season. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the creative process of two of the 20th century's most influential figures in classical music, and serves as a reminder of the enduring power of art and friendship to inspire and transform.
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