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Sketches at Leeds Music Festival 1886
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Sketches at Leeds Music Festival 1886
This engraving illustrates events at the Leeds Music Festival in 1886, depicting the conductors and concert. In the centre Sir Arthur Sullivan is shown and surrounding him are the other participants of the concert including Mr Antonin Dvorak
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1886 Antonin Arthur Concert Conductors Depicting Dvorak Festival Illustrates Including Leeds Participants Shown Sketches Sullivan Surrounding
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This engraving, titled 'Sketches at Leeds Music Festival 1886,' offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical musical event that took place in Leeds, England, over a century ago. The image illustrates the lively atmosphere of the concert, with Sir Arthur Sullivan, a prominent English composer and librettist, taking center stage. Surrounding Sullivan are other notable participants of the concert, including the esteemed Bohemian composer Mr. Antonin Dvorak. The month of October is depicted in the background, with the concert hall adorned with autumnal decor. The intricate details of the engraving capture the essence of the occasion, from the ornate concert hall to the attire of the musicians and audience members. The importance of the Leeds Music Festival in 1886 is evident, as it brought together some of the most influential figures in music at the time. Sir Arthur Sullivan, best known for his collaborations with W.S. Gilbert on operas such as 'The Pirates of Penzance' and 'H.M.S. Pinafore,' is seen conducting the orchestra with great enthusiasm. Antonin Dvorak, who would later become a significant influence on American classical music, is shown amongst the other musicians, adding to the international flair of the festival. This engraving, originally published by the Illustrated London News, serves as an essential historical document of the Leeds Music Festival in 1886, providing valuable insight into the musical landscape of the late 19th century.
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