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Who composed the 'Pomp and Circumstance Marches', which include 'Land of Hope and Glory'?

Correct answer

Sir Edward Elgar

Why

Sir Edward Elgar was born in Worcester. 'Land of Hope and Glory', from his Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1, is usually played at the Last Night of the Proms.

Answer choices

  • AGustav Holst
  • BHenry Purcell
  • CSir Edward Elgar
  • DBenjamin Britten