Best known for the rich and soaring melodies of his verismo operas, Giacomo Puccini composed the ambitious Messa di Gloria as his graduation exercise in 1880. It is a sacred work, but filled with emotional impact, exuberance and dramatic contrasts that feel operatic in scope. Featuring soloists Joseph Doody and Themba Mvula, the Choral Scholars of St Martin-in-the-Fields join forces with St Martin’s Voices and Chamber Orchestra, directed by Olivia Tait.

Programme

Giacomo Puccini – Crisantemi 
Gaetono Donizetti – Una furtiva lagrima
Vincenzo Bellini – Ah! Per sempre io ti perdei
Giacomo Puccini – Messa di Gloria

Performers

Joseph Doody & Themba Mvula soloists
Choral Scholars of St Martin-in-the-Fields
St Martin’s Voices
St Martin’s Chamber Orchestra
Olivia Tait conductor

Please note this concert will last for approximately 60 minutes without an interval.

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