The following magnificent works will be performed:
REQUIEM (from the original 1890 version)
MESSE BASSE (for women's voices)
CANTIQUE DE RACINE (with a new orchestration by Eric Milnes)

The Requiem of Gabriel Fauré is one of the most-performed works in the sacred music repertory. The presentation at the St. Paul's Cathedral in November will be a unique opportunity to hear the work in a fresh guise, performed with Period Instrument Orchestra (instruments from the late 19th century) which, as used at the time of composition, sound dramatically different from an orchestra of modern instruments. Additionally, rarely is the profound work heard in its original "church version," as conceived for use in worship by Fauré in 1887 and completed in 1890. It will be one of the first performances of these works with period instrument orchestra in the U.S.

The vocal and instrumental ensemble L'harmonie des saisons is comprised of renowned specialists in the field of period performance. Their distinctions have included twice being awarded Canada's Juno Prize for Classical CD of the Year, CBC Radio CD of the Year, Apple Music CD of the Month (with over a million downloads on the platform) as well as two Opus Prizes.

The Vermont Choral Union www.vtchoraunion.org has been performing for over 50 years. Our mission is to promote choral music and enrich the cultural life of our community through the regular presentation of public concerts, while providing our members with opportunities to enhance their musical knowledge and skills.

Event Info

Dec 28, 2024, 10 AM to 12 PM

Dec 29, 2024, 3 to 4 PM

Dec 31, 2024, 5:30 to 6:30 PM