Part of Holst's iconic orchestral suite The Planets, "Venus" symbolizes peace through shimmering harmonies and ethereal melodies, contrasting with the martial themes of "Mars."
"Venus, the Bringer of Peace" is the second movement of Holst's orchestral suite "The Planets," composed between 1914 and 1916. It contrasts the aggressive "Mars" movement with its serene, lyrical melodies, reflecting astrological themes of harmony and balance.
