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The Society was formed in 1951 to promote the study, performance and
appreciation of the works of Sir Edward Elgar and research into his life and
music. It is the largest British composer society, with a worldwide
membership.
The Society encourages the study and performance of Elgar's works in schools
and colleges, while members' individual and collective and continuing research
has added significantly to the total knowledge of Elgar and his work.
Local branches bring members together
through meetings, lectures, recitals and visits associated with Elgar and his music. Overseas
members are kept in touch with each other and are encouraged, where appropriate, to consider
forming national branches or associations.
... AND the Society has recently embarked on an exciting scheme to bring Elgar's music to
the people of China, further details of which can be found here :
THE ELGAR SOCIETY JOURNAL is published
three times a year and is free to members. It includes articles on Elgar's life and music and Society
news and events, book and record reviews, and, for those not on the Web, details
of performances of works by Elgar.
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Leonard Slatkin, holder of the Elgar
Society medal,
launches the website.
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THE ELGAR MEDAL - awarded to those from outside the UK who have
furthered the reputation of Elgar and his music either by performance or through
scholarship. Holders of the medal include Leonard Slatkin, the US conductor of
world renown.
CONSERVATION ISSUES - The Society comments on conservation issues
affecting places of Elgarian interest and undertakes or assists in research
about them.
RECORDINGS AND PUBLICATIONS - the Society has played a major role in
producing, sponsoring and promoting many recordings and in publishing various
books and pamphlets. Full details can be obtained elsewhere
on this site.
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