Elgar for Everyone is the ethos behind and annual celebration of Worcester’s most famous son, the internationally-renowned composer, Sir Edward Elgar.

And the countdown is already on for the 2020 celebration.

But what can music fans expect this May?

A spokesman said: "The four-day musical celebration, ‘The Elgar Festival’, is headlined by Orchestra-in-Residence, the English Symphony Orchestra under their Conductor, Kenneth Woods.

"Embodying the ethos ‘Elgar for Everyone’, the Festival engages with those of all ages and backgrounds in music and legacy at a number of integral venues of both historic international interest and personal significance to the composer, including Worcester Cathedral, Malvern Priory and the composer’s Birthplace, and attracts visitors from far and wide."

The Elgar Festival is an annual celebration of the life and music of Worcester’s most famous son and one of Britain’s greatest composers, Sir Edward Elgar (1857–1934).

The spokesman added: "Set in and around the composer’s home town at the time of his birthday, the event comprises symphonic and string orchestra concerts by the resident English Symphony Orchestra (ESO), alongside chamber and choral concerts and recitals. Guided ‘Elgar Tours’ and related workshops, street performances, exhibits and talks are also enjoyed by visitors and locals alike.

Kenneth Woods added: "We seek to further develop the Elgar for Everyone ethos and expand our audiences, with emphasis on youth participation and accessibility.

“The 2020 Festival will seek to build on previous successes, with new initiatives such as the introduction of an Elgar Festival Chorus, the Enigma Youth Choir, and late-night jazz and non-classical performances at Club Elgar in the Royal Porcelain Works.”

The Festival’s Gala Concert will feature Elgar's Symphony No.1 performed by the ESO, a work regarded as one of the finest British symphonies. The Festival will run from May 28 to May 31, in Worcester and Malvern.