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Brahms’ comforting Requiem

Philippa Kiraly — Mon, 19 May 2014 01:30:59 +0000

Although the title of Brahms’ great work is Ein deutsches Requiem, the composer later felt he should have called it just a Human Requiem. It is very human in its conception. Composed around 1865-6, Brahms chose texts from the Bible which are less about mourning the dead and more about comforting the living left behind. … Continue reading →

What We’re Hearing This Month: Classical Music Picks For May

Dana Wen — Sat, 10 May 2014 14:55:42 +0000

Though May is already in full swing, there are still plenty of options for classical music fans looking for live music. This month's offerings run the gamut from opera and chamber music to modern dance and ballet.

A Passion concert for Lent

Philippa Kiraly — Mon, 10 Mar 2014 18:43:44 +0000

Three big choral pieces anchored Seattle Pro Musica’s Lenten program, Passio, Saturday night at St. James Cathedral, one each from the early years of the 20th century. A.M.D.G.: Ad majorem Dei Gloriam, Benjamin Britten’s 1939 setting of seven religious poems by Gerard Manley Hopkins, six of which were sung Saturday, are evidence of the young composer’s skill … Continue reading →

Seattle Pro Musica Honors Britten’s Legacy With “A Ceremony of Carols”

Dana Wen — Wed, 11 Dec 2013 23:00:54 +0000

Seattle Pro Musica celebrates the 100th anniversary of Benjamin Britten's birth with a concert of Christmas-themed choral works, including yuletide favorite A Ceremony of Carols. Two more performances of the program are scheduled for December 14.

What We’re Hearing This Holiday Season: Classical Music Picks For Christmas

Dana Wen — Wed, 11 Dec 2013 23:00:40 +0000

The holiday concert season is already in full swing, but there's still a full calendar of festive musical events set to spread Christmas cheer throughout the Seattle area. We've compiled a small sampling of yuletide offerings for everyone, from grandma to your hipster cousin.

What We’re Hearing This Month: Classical Music Picks for May

Dana Wen — Fri, 03 May 2013 18:30:52 +0000

As the weather gets warmer, things are starting to heat up in the local classical music scene. Catch world premiere performances, explore great works of the 20th century, and travel back in time to 17th century Italy or 12th century Germany.