Benjamin Britten
1913–1976 (age 63)
Biography
Benjamin Britten transformed mid-century British music through his richly expressive compositions and his founding of the Aldeburgh Festival, which nurtured the talents of countless singers and instrumentalists and deepened the cultural life of his adopted home.
He drew inspiration from the rugged Suffolk coast and frequent reflections in St Peter and St Paul's Church, Aldeburgh, leaving behind works and institutions that continue to resonate with audiences around the world.