Walter Leigh
Walter Leigh (22 June 1905 – 12 June 1942) was an English composer. Leigh is best known for his Concertino for harpsichord and string orchestra, written in 1934. Other famous works include the overture Agincourt and The Frogs of Aristophanes for chorus and orchestra. He wrote music for documentary films and there is an unfinished sketch for a symphony.
Artist details
- Type
- Person
- Area
- United Kingdom
- Born
- June 22nd, 1905
- Died
- June 12th, 1942
- Labels
- BBC Radio Classics