Dan Godfrey blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Sir Dan Godfrey Kt FRCM Hon RAM LRAM Hon TCL 1868-1939 Conductor and founder of Britain's first permanent salaried municipal orchestra, which became the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. Musical Director 1893-1934. 'The greatest friend of the British Composer' Lived here at 'Rosstrevor' 1922-1934 'Music begins where words end.' Recorded plaque organisation: Bournemouth Borough Council.

Sir Dan Godfrey was a conductor and founder of Britain's first permanent salaried municipal orchestra, which evolved into the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, significantly contributing to British musical culture. He is remembered for his long tenure as Musical Director from 1893-1934 and his dedication to promoting British composers.