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Puccini – Messa di Gloria
Theater und Philharmonie Essen, Alfried Krupp Saal (Essen)
The fourth symphony concert, concluding the Puccini Year 2024, focuses entirely on the Italian composer's work, featuring rare instrumental pieces like the "Preludio sinfonico" and "Capriccio sinfonico." These works, composed during his studies, hint at his future operatic style. The concert also includes his "Messa di Gloria," a masterpiece blending orchestral splendor, operatic melodies, and sacred music.