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Thomas Hengelbrock, Balthasar-Neumann-Chor & -Orchester

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Sun, Mar 2, 2025, 18:00
Beethoven's 9th Symphony and Missa Solemnis are monumental compositions. The Missa Solemnis, commissioned for Archduke Rudolph's enthronement, became a deeply personal exploration of faith for Beethoven. Its scale and complexity exceeded its original purpose, making it suitable for concert halls rather than solely churches. The Balthasar-Neumann Ensemble, known for their Freiburg performances, will tackle this challenging work under Thomas Hengelbrock's direction, featuring a renowned soloist quartet including Gabriel Rollinson replacing Domen Krizaj.

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