Gustav Theodore Holst (born Gustavus Theodore von Holst, 21 September 1874 – 25 May 1934) was an English composer. He is most famous for his orchestral suite The Planets .
Having studied at the Royal...
Johan Hübner von Holst (1774-1836), knighted in 1817, Adjutant General, Major-General in the army. Son of Hans Gram Holst (1744-1815) and his wife Isabella Dorotea Leganger (1745-1809). Married in 1801...
Holst's father, Adolph von Holst, was organist and choirmaster at All Saints' Church in Pittville.[1] He also gave both piano lessons and recitals, most regularly at the Assembly Rooms.[10] Holst's mot...