English music has its origins in folk music, with songs from the Middle Ages still being popular today. In medieval times, choral music was most popular. Some influential early English composers included John Dunstable and Henry Purcell. In the 20th century, Benjamin Britten and Ralph Vaughan Williams composed choral works and solo songs. Musical theater flourished with composers like Noel Coward, Lionel Bart, and Andrew Lloyd Webber writing famous musicals. Rock music also emerged as a dominant genre in England with bands like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and solo artists such as Elton John, Freddie Mercury, and Sting achieving great success.

1. Engli sh Music Silver Jürimäe 11A

2. Folk and Choir Music English music originates from folk music Songs from the Middle ages are regularly sung today and still much loved Cecil Sharp and Ralph Vaughan Williams In medieval times the most popular form was choral music John Dunstable – international reputation http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=didDhytNFP0&feature=related

3. Opera The first great name in English music is Henry Purcell George Frederick Handel (1685-1759) - T he Messiah, Music for the Royal Fireworks and Zadok the Priest. His works dominated for 150 years after his death John Gay, John Pepusch and Thomas Arne. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnHksDFHTQI

4. Classical Music of the 20th Century Benjamin Britten (1913-1976) - composer and conductor who also wrote choral works and solo songs Other famous musicians - Gustav Holst, Ralph Vaughan Williams and Michael Tippett England also has many high quality orchestras Famous performers: Kathleen Ferrier, Yehudi Menuhin, Janet Baker, John Ogdon are John Lill

5. 20th Century Musicals Noel Coward (1899-1973) - theatre, cinema, song-writing, acting, singing and literature Lionel Bart (1930-1999) – Oscar (1960) Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber (1948-) - Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Cats, Starlight Express, Phantom of the Opera http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wveW9Tw2JKE

6. Jazz England does not have a strong reputation for jazz One of London’s radio stations is the commercial Jazz FM Johnny Dankworth, Ronnie Scott and Courtney Pine.

7. Pop and Rock in England Cliff Richard (1940- ) has had a long successful career, despite the changing in public taste The Beatles – the “Fab Four” – John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr. First hit was From me to you . The Rolling Stones - enjoyed long-lasting popularity , had their own distinctive style . Satisfaction, Paint it Black and Get off My Cloud http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLMH577a2M4&feature=related

9. Solo Rock Stars Sir Elton John (1947- ) performs a mixture of rock and roll piano with soulful singing Freddie Mercury (1946-1991) - powerful voice and wonderful stage performance Sting (1951- ) - England's most creative and political singer/song-writer/actor. Other famous singers - George Michael, Rod Stewart and David Bowie. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTa8U0Wa0q8&feature=related

11. New Trends Progressive Rock – Pink Floyd, Genesis Punk – The Sex Pistols , The Clash Glam Rock – David Bowie, Elton John, Bryan Ferry Heavy Metal- Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple Reggae – The Clash, The Police The New Romantics – Duran Duran, Depeche Mode