Henry J. Wood (1904)

Henry J. Wood (1904) is a biography written by Rosa Harriet Jeaffreson Newmarch about the life of British conductor and composer Henry J. Wood. The book covers Wood's early life and education, his rise to prominence as a conductor, his work with the Queen's Hall Orchestra, and his contributions to the development of classical music in England. It also explores Wood's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with alcoholism. Newmarch draws on personal interviews with Wood and his colleagues, as well as archival materials, to provide a detailed and engaging portrait of this influential figure in the history of British music. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of classical music, conducting, and the cultural life of early 20th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.