Heath, Edward. (1916–2005)
Signed Photograph
Photograph of the British politician, who was a musician by training, together with orchestra manager John Charles and an unidentified man in between). Signed by Heath but not by the other two. Oblong format, 7 x 9.5 inches (17.8 x 23.8 cm). In fine condition.Edward Heath, member of the Conservative party, served as prime minister of the United Kingdom from 1970 to 1974 and held a seat in the British parliament from 1950 to 2001. "Heath maintained an interest in classical music as a pianist, organist and orchestral conductor, famously installing a Steinway grand in 10 Downing Street, and conducting Christmas carol concerts in Broadstairs every year from his teens until old age. Heath conducted the London Symphony Orchestra, notably at a gala concert at the Royal Festival Hall in November 1971. He also conducted the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and the English Chamber Orchestra as well as orchestras in Germany and the United States. During his premiership, Heath invited musician friends, such as Isaac Stern, Yehudi Menuhin, Clifford Curzon and the Amadeus Quartet to perform at his residences. Heath was the founding President of the European Community Youth Orchestra (in 1976), now the European Union Youth Orchestra." Wikipedia
From the collection of English orchestra manager John Charles.
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