Details
Benjamin Britten's War Requiem was composed in 1961 for the consecration of Coventry Cathedral - newly rebuilt following its destruction in the Second World War. Britten took as his inspiration the words of young English war poet, Wilfred Owen, himself killed in action on 4 November 1918, just days before the armistice. The War Requiem profoundly weaves together nine of Owen's most poignant poems including Anthem for Doomed Youth, Futility and Strange Meeting, with the traditional Latin mass.
Cast/Performers
Lada Birtucov,
Neil Jenkins,
Stephan LogesCreatives/Company
Music:
Benjamin BrittenCompany(s):
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra,
Goldsmiths Choral Union,
Philharmonia Chorus,
New London Children's ChoirConductor:
Brian Wright
