What criticism did Walton face for his compositions in the 1950s?
They were too modern
They were too revolutionary
They were old-fashioned
They were too simplistic
Answer
Walton was criticized for his compositions in the 1950s because they were seen as old-fashioned. His music was considered to be too traditional and conservative, and he was accused of not keeping up with the latest trends in music. Walton's critics felt that he was stuck in the past and that his music was no longer relevant.
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