William H. Reed (1876–1942)

W. H. Reed was the leader of the London Symphony Orchestra and for many years an Elgar confidant. This reissue of his 1936 book reflects the growing interest in Elgar's music and provides a spontaneous, informal picture of every phase of his activities. Reed also provides insights into Elgar's music through analyses of his works and forty-two full-page reproductions comprising all that is coherent in the sketches for his Third Symphony.