Gustav Holst anniversary celebrations in Cheltenham

Cheltenham is gearing up to celebrate the 150th birthday of famous composer, Gustav Holst, with a series of events taking place across the town to mark the occasion.  Centred around the Holst Victorian House on Clarence Road, where Holst was born, residents and visitors are invited to discover his fascinating legacy, with exhibition 'Gustav Holst and The Three Choirs Festival' documenting his important relationship with the event and the impact it had on his musical career until Saturday 1 June 2024; followed by new exhibition 'In a Parisian Salon: Louise Dyer, Holst Patron' from Saturday 8 June 2024, exploring the pair's friendship and the influence Dyer's patronage had on Holst's music and creativity. 

Cheltenham Music Festival is celebrating the important milestone with two special events as part of its programme, including a performance of 'The Hymn of Jesus' at Gloucester Cathedral on Friday 12 July 2024; and 'Holst: In The Footsteps' featuring a special live performance on Holst's own grand piano in the Holst Victorian House, followed by a concert at the church where his father played the organ on Saturday 13 July 2024. 

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