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An outstanding pianist and composer, Benjamin Britten composed music for radio, theater and movies. Born in November 22nd, 1913, Britten composed at a very young age. His "Peter Grimes" opera and "Variations on Frank Bridges" (1945 and 1937 respectively) won him international acclaim.

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Benjamin Britten's work include "Seven Sonnets of Michelangelo", composed in 1940; the popular "Ceremony of Carols" of 1942 and "War Requiem" of 1962. Britten also wrote music with solos for the piano, violin and cello. In addition, he composed many three string quartets and orchestral music.