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Which festival did Holst found?

  • Whitsun music festivals

  • Glastonbury Festival

  • Salzburg Festival

  • Bath Festival

Answer

Whitsun music festivals were founded by Gustav Holst. These festivals were held annually at Thaxted, Essex, England, from 1916 to 1933. The festivals featured performances of choral and orchestral music, with a focus on contemporary British composers. Holst's aim was to promote new music and to provide a platform for young musicians.
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