Savour the magic of Christmas in extracts from Britten’s Ceremony of Carols interspersed with enchanting movements from his Simple Symphony, inspired by his childhood. Torelli’s lively Christmas Concerto brings us back in time. Feel the joy and simplicity of Mozart’s much loved Ave Verum Corpus. The delicacy and fragility of Warlock’s popular Capriol Suite will entrance audiences. Carol of the Bells, We Three Kings alongside Eric Whitacre’s heavenly Glow, a Disney festive song will seduce you. Bask in the tranquillity of Higgins's arrangement of Still, Still Still with a modern twist and fresh harmonies. O Come all ye Faithful and Silent Night close out this Christmas cracker!

Irish Chamber Orchestra - A Choral Christmas

Royal Irish Academy of Music

Experience the profound and emotionally charged masterpiece of Mozart's Requiem, performed by the Irish Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Choir Ireland under the baton of the esteemed conductor Thomas Zehetmair. This concert features a stellar lineup of soloists, including soprano Ailish Tynan, mezzo-soprano Carolyn Holt, tenor Robin Tritschler, and bass Padraic Rowan. The program opens with David Fennessy's evocative piece "Blood," setting the stage for the evening's main highlight.

Mozart's Requiem, K.626, remains one of the most enigmatic and powerful works in the classical repertoire. Composed during the final days of Mozart's life, this unfinished requiem is imbued with a sense of urgency and poignancy, reflecting the composer's own confrontation with mortality. The music navigates through a spectrum of emotions, from the dramatic and foreboding to moments of hope and redemption. Each movement of the Requiem is a testament to Mozart's genius, capturing the essence of human experience and the mystery of death.

The performance promises to be a deeply moving experience, as the orchestra and choir bring to life the intricate harmonies and profound expressions of this timeless work. The combination of the Irish Chamber Orchestra's precision and the Chamber Choir Ireland's vocal prowess ensures a rendition that honors the depth and complexity of Mozart's final composition. This concert is a unique opportunity to witness the convergence of exceptional musical talent and one of the greatest compositions in the history of classical music.

Irish Chamber Orchestra

Dec 14, 2024

Irish Chamber Orchestra - A Choral Christmas

Nov 17, 2024

Mozart Requiem

Irish Chamber Orchestra