Episode 2 of 2
Premiere at St James's Hall
- When
- 19 June 1899
- Where
- St James's Hall, London
The Enigma Variations were first performed at St James's Hall in London on 19 June 1899, conducted by Hans Richter.
Elgar's Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36, were premiered at St James's Hall in London on 19 June 1899. Hans Richter conducted the performance, which Elgar later described as a great triumph. The work comprised fourteen variations on an original theme.
Sources
- Enigma Variations Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-02
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