And Aldeburgh, and the Three Choirs Festival, held at Gloucester, Hereford and Worcester in tum. The popular series of Promenade Concerts held every summer in the Royal Albert Hall, London, are broadcast
by the BBC.
At a more modest level, almost all schools and colleges have an orchestra, and many towns have a choral
society. Music in the home is more likely to be listened to than played, but many homes have a piano.
Questions:
1. Were there many British composers of international renown before the 20th century?
2. What was musical life centred on before the 16th century?
3. What happened with British music in 20th century?
4. What is Britten famous for?
5. What role does the BBC play in the development of music?
6. What famous British orchestras and choirs do you know?
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