Elgar – Salut D’Amour Op.12

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“Salut d’Amour” is a charming and sentimental piece of music composed by Sir Edward Elgar, one of England’s most celebrated composers. It was composed in 1888 as an engagement gift for his future wife, Caroline Alice Roberts. The title “Salut d’Amour” translates to “Love’s Greeting” in English, reflecting the romantic sentiment behind the piece.

“Salut d’Amour” is a short musical work originally written for violin and piano, but it has been arranged for various instruments and ensembles over the years.

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