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Peter Pears 1961
Peter Pears at the Aldeburgh Festival 1961 Date: 1961
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Media ID 14147792
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Aldeburgh Festival Pears Peter Tenor
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Peter Pears at the Aldeburgh Festival 1961: A Moment in Classical Music History This evocative photograph captures the renowned English tenor, Peter Pears, in the midst of a captivating performance at the Aldeburgh Festival in 1961. The festival, held annually in the picturesque coastal town of Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England, has been a significant cultural event since its inception in 1948. Pears, a founding member of the festival and a close collaborator of Benjamin Britten, played a pivotal role in its development and success. The image finds Pears in his prime, his intense gaze fixed on the audience as he delivers a powerful and emotive rendition. The stage is bathed in soft, theatrical lighting, creating an ethereal atmosphere that transports the viewer back to the 1960s. The audience, rapt in attention, is a testament to Pears' magnetic stage presence and the enchanting power of his voice. The 1960s were a golden era for classical music, and the Aldeburgh Festival was at the forefront of this cultural renaissance. Pears' performances during this time were legendary, and this photograph stands as a testament to his enduring legacy. The image not only captures a moment in musical history but also encapsulates the spirit of a bygone era, when live music performances were a communal experience that transcended the boundaries of time and space. This photograph is an essential addition to any collection of classical music history or a personal archive of 1960s cultural iconography. Its timeless beauty and historical significance make it a treasure for scholars, music lovers, and anyone with an appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of the past.
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