Charles Villiers Stanford

Charles Villiers Stanford was a prominent British composer, music teacher, and conductor of Irish origin, active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He composed a wide range of music, including symphonies, choral works, and operas, known for their craftsmanship and emotional depth. Stanford also played a key role in educating many future leading composers through his teaching at the Royal College of Music. His music blends traditional forms with romantic expressiveness, and he is regarded as a central figure in the development of British classical music during his time.