Osian Ellis

Osian Gwynn Ellis (8 February 1928 – 5 January 2021) was a Welsh harpist, composer and teacher. He was principal harpist of the London Symphony Orchestra, a founding member of the Melos Ensemble, and a harp teacher at the Royal Academy of Music. Many composers wrote music for him. From 1959 onwards, Ellis had a close professional partnership with Benjamin Britten that lasted to the latter's death. He often first performed and recorded Britten's works.

"Le cygne / The Swan" - Sicilienne, Élégie & Other Cello Favourites - 2025-04-15T00:00:00.000000Z

The Choral Tradition - Bach, Handel, Mozart, Purcell... - 2025-04-06T00:00:00.000000Z

Merry Christmas with the Choir of King's College - 2024-12-26T00:00:00.000000Z

Christmas Classics 2024 - 2024-12-25T00:00:00.000000Z

Carols from King’s College, Cambridge - 2024-12-25T00:00:00.000000Z

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