The Requiem of Dvořák
Philippe Herreweghe, Ilse Eerens, Sophie Harmsen, Ilker Arcayürek, Florian Boesch, Collegium Vocale Gent
Antwerp Symphony Orchestra
Fri 12.11.2021
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20:00
Queen Elisabeth Hall, Antwerpen
Fri 12.11.21
20:00
Aged almost fifty, Antonín Dvořák embarked on the composition of a large-scale requiem. The pious Czech took advantage of this opportunity to commit his unwavering faith in God to paper. The stirring result combines intense mysticism with solace, acquiescence and beauty, delivering expansive choral sound, memorable solos and orchestral magnificence. The perfect work, in other words, for the Antwerp Symphony’s annual concert of solace. Add the detailed interpretation of honorary conductor Philippe Herreweghe to this intriguing mix, in addition to Herreweghe’s own world-class choir and a selection of leading soloists, and you get a concert of breath-taking beauty.
Programme
Dvořák Requiem, opus 89
