Publisher's Synopsis
King Estmere is an Old English ballad that tells the story of a king and his son who set out on a quest to rescue a princess from a dragon. This musical adaptation by Gustav Holst was written in 1906 for chorus and orchestra. The piece features lush harmonies and soaring melodies, showcasing Holst's skill as a composer. The lyrics are sung in English and tell the story of the brave king and his son as they face various challenges on their journey to save the princess. The piece is a beautiful example of Holst's ability to bring ancient texts to life through music, and remains a beloved work in the choral and orchestral repertoire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
