Edward Elgar's monumental oratorio "The Dream of Gerontius" invites you on a profoundly moving, spiritual sonic journey. Powerful orchestral colors, expressive solo parts, and monumental choral sections merge into an impressive and deeply resonant experience.
First performed in 1900, the work depicts the journey of the dying Gerontius's soul as it is led through Heaven, Purgatory, and the Last Judgment. Elgar unfolds music of extraordinary emotional intensity: from the dying man's poignant prayers to radiant choirs of angels and moving moments of divine revelation.
CAST
- Berlin Oratorio Choir
- The English Choir Berlin
- Brandenburg State Orchestra Frankfurt
- Thomas Hennig, Conductor
- Helena Köhne, Soprano
- Hans-Georg Priese, Tenor
- Haakon Schaub, Bass
- William Peart, Organ and Choir Director (The English Choir)
PROGRAM
- Edward Elgar: The Dream of Gerontius, Oratorio for Soloists, Choir and Orchestra, Op. 38
Additional information
Participating artists
Berliner Oratorien-Chor
The English Choir Berlin
Brandenburgisches Staatsorchester Frankfurt
Thomas Hennig
Helena Köhne
Hans-Georg Priese
Haakon Schaub
William Peart
Dates
April 2026
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