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Gustav Holst

British composer (1874–1934)

Gustav Holst was born on September 21, 1874 in Cheltenham, United Kingdom and died on May 25, 1934, aged 59.

Born

September 21, 1874

Gustav Holst died aged 59.

Died: May 25, 1934

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Birthplace
Cheltenham, United Kingdom
Professions
music arranger, librettist, music teacher, composer, musician, conductor
Citizenship
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, United Kingdom

More about Gustav Holst

Zodiac sign
Virgo
Birth name
Gustavus Theodore von Holst

Family

Child
Imogen Holst
Sibling
Ernest Cossart

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Questions people ask

How old was Gustav Holst when they died?

Gustav Holst died aged 59.

When is Gustav Holst’s birthday?

Gustav Holst’s recorded birthday is September 21.

Where was Gustav Holst born?

Gustav Holst was born in Cheltenham, United Kingdom.

What was Gustav Holst’s name at birth?

Gustav Holst’s recorded birth name is Gustavus Theodore von Holst.

When did Gustav Holst die?

Gustav Holst died on May 25, 1934.