Benjamin Britten
1965
One of the 20th century’s foremost composers, Benjamin Britten became particularly well-known for his operas.
Born 22 November 1913 in Lowesstoft, Suffolk, England
Died 4 December 1976 in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England
Studied at the Royal College of Music in London.
Performed as pianist and conductor, especially at the Aldeburgh Festival, for which he wrote most of his works since 1948.
Honours
Companion of Honour, 1952
Member of the Order of Merit, 1965
Life peer, 1976
Numerous honours from British and foreign universities and learned societies
Works
- fourteen operas
- three church parables
- one ballet
- a large amount of works for orchestra
- choral music
- solo vocal works
- chamber and instrumental works
- incidental music and arrangements
- Aspen Award 1964
- Sonning Prize 1968
- Ravel Prize 1974
