Edward Elgar

Experience the full impact of choir and orchestra as the brass, choir and percussion are battling it out for supremacy. "The Dream of Gerontius" from much-loved English composer Edward Elgar is a powerful and deeply spiritual 'oratorio' (a large-scale narrative musical work, usually on sacred themes). Elgar's music here often reflects a sense of elevation and transcendence, with soaring melodies and harmonies that convey the idea of spiritual ascension. This section in particular evokes chaos and fury. After the choir and orchestra enter with all their wrath there then follows a "fugue", essentially as each voice (Bass, tenor, Alto and soprano) enter at different times but overlapping the previous entry adding to the overall intensity and "hubbub".

Experience the full impact of choir and orchestra as the brass, choir and percussion are battling it out for supremacy. "The Dream of Gerontius" from much-loved English composer Edward Elgar is a powerful and deeply spiritual 'oratorio' (a large-scale narrative musical work, usually on sacred themes). Here, we are shown treatment characteristic of Elgar and this work: stylistic choices reflecting a sense of elevation and transcendence, with soaring melodies and harmonies that convey the idea of spiritual ascension, ranging from introspective contemplation to the hopeful anticipation of the afterlife, ultimately expressing themes of faith, transcendence, and the soul's journey toward divine fulfilment.

A majestic and uplifting symphonic journey that stirs the heart, making you feel like a superhero conquering the world!