Early Symphonic Prog

Early symphonic prog (also called early british prog) was the earliest form of symphonic prog genre.

Characteristics
Early British prog is differentiated from later symphonic prog by a more pastoral Mellotron heavy sound, a lack of synthesizers, generally simpler rhythms, and occasional acid rock guitar.

History
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Important albums
King Crimson: In the Court of the Crimson King (1969) (first symphonic prog album)

Genesis: Trespass (1970)

Beggars Opera: (1971)

List of bands
King Crimson (England)

Genesis (England)

Beggars Opera (Scotland)

Fruup (Ireland)

Cressida (United Kingdom)