The composer of this work quotes Felix Mendelssohn's Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage in its thirteenth section, which is identified only by three asterisks, to represent a ship in the distance.
The composer of this work quotes Felix Mendelssohn's Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage in its thirteenth section, which is identified only by three asterisks, to represent a ship in the distance. One section of this work mimics a man changing the pitch of his voice, while another section entitled "R.P.A" pays homage to the son of Mathew Arnold. The most famous movement, however, is thought to have been inspired by a night-time conversation between the composer and his best friend and is entitled "Nimrod." Consisting of fourteen distinct sections, for 10 points, name this orchestral work written by Edward Elgar to commemorate his "friends pictured within."
The composer of this work quotes Felix Mendelssohn's Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage in its thirteenth section, which is identified only by three asterisks, to represent a ship in the distance.
Enigma {Variations} [or {Variations} on an {Original Theme} for {orchestra}, {Op.} 36 ("{Enigma}"); prompt on partial answer]