Edward Elgar
Composer

Edward Elgar Net Worth

Edward Elgar was an English classical concert musician born on June 2, 1857. He is remembered for his works such as "Enigma Variations" and "Pomp and Circumstance Marches". Elgar was also a pioneer in the use of the gramophone.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day June 2, 1857
Birth Place England
Age 162 YEARS OLD
Died On Feb 23, 1934 (age 76)
Birth Sign Gemini

💰 Net worth: $3 Million (2024)

About

Classical concert musician remembered for "Enigma Variations" and "Pomp and Circumstance Marches." He pioneered the use of the gramophone.

Before Fame

He was a self-taught Composer whose music was largely influenced by continental Europe rather than his native England. He was not successful until he was in his forties.

Trivia

He took music he wrote when he was 10 years old and rearranged and orchestrated it under the name "The Wand of Youth" 40 years after their composition.

Family Life

His father was a piano tuner in Worcester and also sold sheet music and instruments at a shop he opened. He married Caroline Alice Roberts in 1889.

Associated With

His work was heavily influenced by Richard Wagner.

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