Famed for his comic operas, the Italian composer Gioachino Rossini retired from the art form by 1829, and by 1842, he appeared to have given up composition altogether. However, a move to the infinitely inspiring Paris in the 1850s led to a late flowering that culminated in his last large-scale work, ironically named the Petite Messe solennelle (1863). Neither petite nor solemn, Rossini dedicated it both to two close friends and to God, whom he hoped would enjoy it enough to ‘grant me paradise’.

Exploring Rossini with James Baillieu

The Queen's Hall

A comic-tragic opera with grand choruses and fabulous dances plays out in a world of glamour and deception. Rameau’s Platée is a first for Garsington Opera as we delve into the world of French Baroque opera, made possible by our special partnership with The English Concert. We are thrilled that director Louisa Muller and designer Christopher Oram return after their RPS Award-winning production of The Turn of the Screw, and we welcome conductor and French Baroque specialist Paul Agnew, who makes his Garsington debut.

Holly Teague

Events

Past events

Aug 24, 2024

Exploring Rossini with James Baillieu · Edinburgh International Festival

May 29 - Jun 30, 2024

Platée · Garsington Opera

Future and recently performed repertoire

Annina in La traviata by Verdi

Oxford Opera

Singer in Petite messe solennelle by Rossini

Edinburgh International Festival

Clarine in Platée by Rameau

Garsington Opera

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