A requiem for the living, Brahms chose biblical texts not as a plea to the heavens for eternal rest, but as comfort for those on earth - a requiem for “all Mankind”. Experience this exquisite, soulful journey with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Chorus.

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Brahms: a People’s Requiem

Cannon Center For The Performing Arts

You don’t need sets or costumes (or even live elephants!) to appreciate the magnitude and wonder of Aida, Verdi’s tumultuous tale of love and loyalty set in Ancient Egypt. All you need is a prima donna as spectacular as soprano Angel Blue, whose “voice perforated the hearts of her listeners and miraculously captured the tortured oscillations of Aida’s existence perfectly” (OperaWire), reported after a concert production led by BSO Music Director Jonathon Heyward with the Detroit Opera. This concert adaptation allows the beauty and drama of the original opera to soar on the symphonic stage.

Reginald Smith, Jr

Events

Upcoming events

13 - 15 Jun, 2025

Jonathon Heyward conducts VERDI’s Aida · The Washington Chorus

Past events

22 - 23 Apr, 2023

Brahms: a People’s Requiem · Memphis Symphony Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Amonasro in Aida by Verdi

The Washington Chorus

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