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Himmel und Hölle - The Dream of Gerontius

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Fri, May 23, 2025, 20:00
While rarely performed in Germany, Edward Elgar's oratorio "The Dream of Gerontius" follows Handel's "Messiah" and Mendelssohn's "Elijah" in popularity in England. This masterpiece reveals the true essence of the English romanticist, known in Germany for the "Pomp and Circumstance" marches. The oratorio follows a soul's journey to Heaven, from death to angelic encounters, culminating in a vision of God's glory.

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Keywords: Vocal Music

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Musicians

Jamie BartonMezzo-Soprano
Allan ClaytonTenor
Derek WeltonBass-Bariton
Rundfunkchor BerlinChoir
WDR RundfunkchorChoir
Simon HalseyEinstudierung Chöre
WDR SinfonieorchesterOrchestra
Cristian MăcelaruDirector

Program

Edward ElgarThe Dream of Gerontius op. 38
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While rarely performed in Germany, Edward Elgar's oratorio "The Dream of Gerontius" follows Handel's "Messiah" and Mendelssohn's "Elijah" in popularity in England. This masterpiece reveals the true essence of the English romanticist, known in Germany for the "Pomp and Circumstance" marches. The oratorio follows a soul's journey to Heaven, from death to angelic encounters, culminating in a vision of God's glory.
Info & Ticket (www1.wdr.de)