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“The songs I had are withered Or vanished clean. Yet there are bright tracks Where I have been.”

Quote by Ivor Gurney

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Ivor Gurney was an English composer, poet, and painter, celebrated for his contributions to the early 20th-century musical landscape. Born on August 28, 1890, in Gloucestershire, England, Gurney's life was marked by his artistic talents and personal struggles. His service in World War I had a profound impact on his mental health, yet he persevered in his musical and poetic endeavors. Gurney's compositions, encompassing orchestral works, songs, and chamber music, are admired for their lyrical charm and emotional intensity. He passed away on December 26, 1937. more

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