Sir Donald Runnicles is a master concert-maker. His concerts are always fascinating combinations – here he conducts three French masterpieces by Claude Debussy and Maurice Duruflé.
For the first time, the Sydney Symphony will perform Duruflé’s Requiem. One of the undisputed masterpieces of the choral repertoire, Duruflé's Requiem is exquisitely beautiful, and a poignant reflection on life. Allow your spirit to soar on the delicate vocal harmonies and swelling strings. Donald Runnicles has devoted his life to the idea that music can be a healing, nurturing experience and you couldn't wish for a better guide for this ethereal, contemplative work.
Two pieces by Debussy complete this program of evocative French music.
Australian soprano Anna Dowsley and a female choir star in the sensual and decadent La Damoiselle élue, while that same choir transports you from gentle rolling clouds to festivities below and then to the ocean in the stunning Nocturnes.
Run time
This performance will run for approximately 2 hours, including interval.
Programme
DEBUSSY: Nocturnes, La Damoiselle élue
DURUFLÉ: Requiem
Concert Hall
One of the world’s most sought after venues, the Concert Hall is a performance space like no other. With its cathedral like ambience and unrivalled majesty, standing on this very special stage will see you deliver a performance to remember.
In July 2022, the Opera House completed extensive upgrades to the Concert Hall. The multi-million-dollar project delivered extensive improvements to the venue, including: better acoustics for artists and audiences, enhanced access for people with mobility needs, new state-of-the-art theatre machinery and staging systems, and a more flexible and safer working environment for staff behind-the-scenes.
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