Benjamin Britten (1913-1976) was one of the greatest composers of the twentieth century. He wrote a vast amount of incredible music and wanted everyone to enjoy it – professional and amateur musicians, music enthusiasts, children and families. He was born in 1913 and raised in Lowestoft, and Suffolk was the backdrop for nearly his entire life.
At The Red House in Aldeburgh he lived with Peter Pears (1910-1986), his muse and life partner, for nearly two decades until his death in 1976.
Today The Red House is open for visitors to enjoy and find out more about Britten and Pears’ lives together. Their House, with its classic 1950s/60s interiors, is a mix of formal and cosy, with an eclectic range of books, art, and furniture. The large gardens are for wandering around and enjoying the peace and quiet of this corner of Suffolk.
This channel celebrates both men and the musical and cultural world they shared together.