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Britten - War Requiem archiveBenjamin 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

Julie Kennard (soprano), Adrian Thompson (tenor), Michael George (baritone)

Creatives/Company

Music: Benjamin Britten
Company(s): Bromley Youth Chorus, Bromley Youth Symphony Orchestra, St Olave's School Boys Choir
Conductor: Brian Wright

Britten - War Requiem

Britten - War Requiem (Concert) production archive for QTIX code T1006863380. Details of all Britten - War Requiem archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S0837567490

Archive Listings

12 Nov 00Fairfield Halls
Outer London, Greater London
Performance Details => Venue archive

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