Composer

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Robert Farnon

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Suite

Average_duration

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20:37

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Captain Horatio Hornblower is a musical composition by Robert Farnon, a Canadian composer and conductor. The piece was composed in 1951 and premiered on October 10, 1952, at the Royal Albert Hall in London, England. It is a suite of music inspired by the fictional character Horatio Hornblower, a British naval officer in the Napoleonic Wars, created by author C.S. Forester. The composition consists of four movements, each representing a different aspect of Hornblower's character and adventures. The first movement, "Hornblower and the Spanish Lady," is a lively and playful piece that captures the spirit of Hornblower's encounters with the Spanish during his time in the Mediterranean. The second movement, "Hornblower and the Le Reve," is a romantic and sweeping piece that reflects Hornblower's love for his wife, Maria. The third movement, "Hornblower and the Hotspur," is a dramatic and intense piece that represents Hornblower's bravery and leadership during battles at sea. The final movement, "Hornblower and the Widow McCool," is a lively and humorous piece that captures the lighter side of Hornblower's character. Overall, Captain Horatio Hornblower is a dynamic and engaging composition that showcases Farnon's skill as a composer and his ability to capture the essence of a character and their adventures through music. It is a fitting tribute to one of the most beloved characters in British literature and a testament to the enduring popularity of Hornblower's stories.

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