Holst and Vaughan Williams: Making Music English

The documentary features historian Amanda Vickery and broadcaster Tom Service as they investigate the deep bond between Holst and Vaughan Williams. They highlight their shared experiences, including their walking trips across the English countryside, which influenced their musical compositions.

Through a mix of historical insights and musical analysis, the film reveals how various influences, from Renaissance masters to folk music, contributed to the unique musical identity of England. Collectors of music and documentary films will find this exploration of the composers' lives and legacies particularly engaging, as it sheds light on a pivotal period in English music history.