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St David’s Day Welsh Music Celebration

On St. David’s Day, here’s a recital of Welsh folk songs, performed by the late Osian Ellis. The cellist is David Ffrangcon Thomas.

For something on a larger scale, check out Arwel Hughes’ oratorio “Dewi Sant” (“Saint David”).

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mYQMpwNXrNogyCaJB4Uejko_kwF-Rtr1s

But if you’ve only two minutes, there’s always “Men of Harlech.”

The melody forms the climax of Edward German’s “Welsh Rhapsody.”

Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus!

More about the Patron Saint of Wales here:

https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofWales/St-David-Patron-Saint-of-Wales/

March 1, 2021
Osian Ellis Welsh Harpist Dies at 92

Alas, Osian Ellis now plays his instrument on another plane.

The Welsh harpist, principal of the London Symphony Orchestra and founding member of the Melos Ensemble, has died at the age of 92.

Ellis was a superstar in his field. Many works were written for him by major composers – he was a frequent collaborator of Benjamin Britten, for one – and he contributed a number of pieces to the harp literature himself, including arrangements of music from his native land. His performances and recordings have enriched and enchanted listeners for over 60 years.

R.I.P.

Fauré, Impromptu

Ravel, Introduction and Allegro

Britten, Suite for Harp (composed for Ellis)

William Mathias, Harp Concerto (composed for Ellis)

Songs with Harp, played and sung by Ellis

Welsh Folk Music

January 17, 2021

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