Ralph Vaughan Williams was an English composer of the 20th century and is often referred to by his initials RVW. He is best known for works that utilized traditional English folk music and for his orchestral and choral works. Synonyms for Vaughan Williams include RVW, Ralph VW, and the full name, Ralph Vaughan-Williams. These names are often used interchangeably in discussions of his music or in scholarly works about his life and legacy. Vaughan Williams was a prolific composer whose music continues to be celebrated and performed around the world.