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Which of "The Planets" in our solar system is missing from Gustav Holst's eponymous orchestral suite?

Question #149564. Asked by psnz.
Last updated Jul 30 2023.
Originally posted Jul 30 2023 6:25 PM.

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Holst did not include the Earth in his planet suite. Holst apparently was fascinated with the astrological signs and since the Earth does not have one, he excluded it. He also excluded Pluto which does have an astrological sign, but was not a temporary planet at the time of the composition.

link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Planets

link https://www.wrti.org/arts-desk/2015-03-16/the-story-about-gustav-holsts-the-planets

Jul 30 2023, 6:29 PM
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