London is set to be a hub of musical brilliance as various renowned venues play host to an array of captivating events celebrating the works of Benjamin Britten. From the enchanting 'Fairy-Tale Dances' performed by Lawrence Power and Thomas Adès at the Southbank Centre to the moving 'War Requiem' by The Bach Choir at Westminster Cathedral, music lovers will be treated to a series of unforgettable performances. Highlights include the haunting opera 'The Turn of the Screw' at the London Coliseum, the evocative 'Four Sea Interludes' at Cadogan Hall, and an evening of chamber music with IMS Prussia Cove at Wigmore Hall.

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Mark Stone

Elizabeth Watts

David Hill

Andrew Staples

The Bach Choir

Philharmonia Orchestra

Join us for an evening of profound musical reflection with "The Bach Choir: Britten’s War Requiem" at Westminster Cathedral on Wednesday, 30 October 2024, at 7:30 pm. This concert promises to be a moving tribute to peace and reconciliation, featuring Benjamin Britten's powerful War Requiem, a piece composed in memory of the new Coventry Cathedral and in honor of all those affected by the atrocities of war.

Under the baton of conductor David Hill, the performance will showcase the exceptional talents of soprano Elizabeth Watts, tenor Andrew Staples, and baritone Mark Stone. They will be joined by the London Youth Choirs LYC Junior Boys & LYC Junior Girls, and the illustrious Bach Choir, bringing to life Britten's haunting score and the poignant poetry of Wilfred Owen, a soldier and poet who documented the harrowing realities of war and was tragically killed in action in 1918.

Britten's War Requiem, with its interweaving of the traditional Latin Requiem Mass and Owen's evocative war poetry, creates a stark contrast that underscores the futility and devastation of war. The piece is renowned for its challenging compositions, including the use of the tritone interval, known as "The Devil’s Interval," to evoke a sense of unresolved conflict and longing for peace.

Tickets are priced between £10 and £74, with group booking discounts available. The performance will run for approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes without an interval and is recommended for audiences aged 7 and above.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience a landmark work of 20th-century music that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, reminding us of the enduring impact of war and the universal yearning for peace. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable evening with The Bach Choir and Philharmonia at Westminster Cathedral.

The Bach Choir: Britten’s War Requiem

Westminster Cathedral

War Requiem

The Bach Choir: Britten’s War Requiem

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