Details
Benjamin Britten's five Canticles distil his immense talent as an opera composer into miniature musical jewels. Written between 1947 and 1974, the pieces span a large proportion of his composing life. All five Canticles are characterized by compressed musical forms, intense drama and a mood of spiritual elevation. In a production marking 100 years since Britten's birth, the five Canticles are brought together in one sequence
Cast/Performers
Ian Bostridge (tenor),
Julius Drake (piano),
Iestyn Davies (countertenor),
Benedict Nelson (baritone),
Richard Watkins (horn),
Sally Pryce (harp)
Creatives/Company
Music:
Benjamin BrittenProducer:
Royal Opera HouseDirector:
Neil BartlettLighting:
Paule Constable
