Description

Benjamin Britten: War Requiem - Coventry Cathedral 50th Anniversary

Product Features

Format: DVD, NTSC
Sound Format: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1
Picture Format: 16:9
Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
Running Time: 97 mins
UPC: 807280165999
Release Year: 2015

Overview

Mark the 50th anniversary of Britten's War Requiem with a profound performance in Coventry Cathedral, featuring the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Andris Nelsons. This work, integrating Wilfred Owen's war poetry with the Requiem Mass, is captured in stunning clarity, reflecting its emotional depth and historical significance.

Key Features

Stellar Cast: Erin Wall (soprano), Mark Padmore (tenor), and Hanno Müller-Brachmann (baritone) lead this poignant performance.
Expert Direction: Conducted by Andris Nelsons, known for his deep musical insight and emotional connection to Britten's work.
Historic Venue: Recorded in Coventry Cathedral, offering a connection to the original premiere's location and the piece's pacifist message.
Multilingual: Sung in Latin and English, with subtitles available in GB, DE, FR, ES, making the performance accessible to a global audience.

Special Features

Anniversary Performance: Celebrating 50 years since the premiere, this DVD commemorates Britten's enduring legacy.
Critically Acclaimed: Hailed by The Guardian for its revelatory interpretation and emotional depth.
Production Excellence: A UNITEL production in co-production with ZDF/arte and NHK, ensuring the highest quality of audio and visual presentation.