Eric Coates
One of the most celebrated of English light music composers, Eric Coates, was born at Hucknall in Nottinghamshire on 27 August 1886. His career was first as a violist with quartets and orchestras. He turned to composition in 1918 and became very successful. The Dambusters March from the second war years spread in popularity worldwide. Coates died in Chichester on 23 December 1957.
A selection of articles about Eric Coates
Ensemble. Growing Together - Vorisek in the North Downs, heard by Keith Bramich
CD Spotlight. Sheer Pleasure - Eric Coates' commercial recordings delight Patric Standford. '... this collection has its own particular value ...'
Ensemble. Tonal Refinement - Christmas music from Derby Concert Orchestra, heard by Mike Wheeler
CD Spotlight. Diversely Exhilarating - Cheryl Barker pays tribute to Joan Hammond, heard by Howard Smith. '... four recital items have the ideal accompanist in Timothy Young ...'
Ensemble. A Geordie Knees-Up - John Wilson conducts the Hallé Orchestra, reviewed by Mike Wheeler
Record box. Ignited memories - British light music, reviewed by Patric Standford