Elgar, Edward. (1857–1934) "What I fear is this: there isn't going to be any singing by the soldiers." - Important Autograph Letter SignedImportant autograph letter signed from the influential English composer to Alfred Littleton, evidently regarding his marching song "Follow the Colors." Herefordshire, 23 October 1907; 4 pp. In part, "I do not think the P. F. Piece in its present form entirely satisfactory. I have the M. S. now and may re cast it. It's too long! I have written to Wood [influential English conductor, Henry Wood (1869 1944)] about the kind proposal you make to have the