About England’s Britannia: Dame Clara Butt
Professional mezzo-soprano Jacqueline Edwards discusses and illustrates the life and career of her distant ancestor, the celebrated Edwardian contralto Clara Butt, for whom Elgar composed several works, including his song cycle Sea Pictures, the role of the Angel in The Dream of Gerontius, and Land of Hope and Glory. Learn more about her personality and music in this fascinating and entertaining talk, a must for any Elgar enthusiast.
