Celebrated for his versatility in pop and folk music, Rufus Wainwright is also an accomplished composer of soundtracks, operas and musicals. His latest grand project, »Dream Requiem«, was written during the coronavirus pandemic. Following its world premiere in Paris it now comes to the Elbphilharmonie with a large orchestra, choir, soprano and grand dame of French film Isabelle Huppert as the narrator.

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Rufus Wainwright: Dream Requiem

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

Amongst the numerous top orchestras that make a guest appearance at the Hamburg International Music Festival is the Symphonieorchester des Bayrischen Rundfunks under the leadership of its principal conductor Sir Simon Rattle. Together, they present music by two French composers who became famous for their inquiring spirit and gift for innovation: Pierre Boulez and Maurice Ravel. The highlight of the evening is Ravel’s ballet music »Daphnis et Chloé«, which carries the audience off into lush soundscapes.

Carl-Philipp-Emanuel-Bach-Chor Hamburg

Aug 23, 2025

Rufus Wainwright: Dream Requiem

Aug 22, 2025

Rufus Wainwright: Dream Requiem

Carl-Philipp-Emanuel-Bach-Chor Hamburg