Albert Coates
Composer and conductor of classical music
Born
Died
1953
73 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Coates served as a prominent composer and conductor in the early 20th century. His career included significant work with the BBC Symphony Orchestra and the London Symphony Orchestra. Coates also gained recognition as the conductor of the 1932 concert premiere of Ralph Vaughan Williams' 'Symphony No. 6'. His influence extended through various performances and compositions that contributed to the classical music scene in England.
Conducted the premiere of Vaughan Williams' 'Symphony No. 6'
Worked with BBC Symphony Orchestra
Served as conductor for London Symphony Orchestra
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