"Day of wrath, that terrible day." So begins the medieval se­quence that lies at the heart of Verdi's Requiem. Verdi's depic­tion of the Day of Judgment, and of man's terror, as well as fortitude, in the face of it, is as viscerally charged and dramati­cally poignant as any scene from the greatest of his operas. The sacred and the secular meet in this most unusual of requiems. Verdi was not a religious man. He was acutely attuned to suffering in this world but not much concerned about what might come after. The four eloquent singers - one is tempted to say "protagonists" declaim the words of the mass, but not as if preaching the word of the Lord. Rather, they depict, with sometimes harrowing explicitness, the very human reactions that they have to those words. Of all the really famous religious works of the past, the Verdi Requiem is perhaps the one most in tune with the temper of our times."

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VERDI Concert

Boston Symphony Hall

Experience the profound intensity and emotional depth of Verdi's Requiem under the baton of the legendary Riccardo Muti, as he returns to Philadelphia for a series of unforgettable performances. Join us at Verizon Hall for a musical journey that promises to be both sublime and terrifying, showcasing the grandeur of opera intertwined with the majesty of orchestral composition. This not-to-be-missed engagement features a stellar cast including Juliana Grigoryan (Soprano), Isabel De Paoli (Mezzo-Soprano), Giovanni Sala (Tenor), and Maharram Huseynov (Bass-Baritone), bringing to life one of the most powerful works in the classical repertoire.

**Performance Dates:**
- Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 7:30 PM
- Friday, October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM
- Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 8:00 PM

**Location:** Verizon Hall, now rededicated as Marian Anderson Hall, home of The Philadelphia Orchestra.

**About the Performance:**
Verdi's Requiem is celebrated for its transcendent moments, from the sorrowful "Lacrymosa" to the dramatic "Dies irae," culminating in a finale blessed by grace. Riccardo Muti, whose life's work has been deeply intertwined with Verdi's compositions, brings an unparalleled depth of understanding and passion to this performance. The New York Times and Chicago Tribune have praised his interpretations as "glorious music-making."

**Tickets and Subscription Packages:**
This performance is available as part of the 2024-25 Subscription Package, offering magnificent programming along with exclusive subscriber benefits. Choose from several package options including Thursday Evening B, Saturday Evening A, Saturday Evening D, or Create Your Own for the ultimate personalized experience.

**For More Information and Tickets:**
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Don't miss this opportunity to witness Riccardo Muti's masterful interpretation of Verdi's Requiem, a performance that promises to be a highlight of the musical season.

Maharram Huseynov

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