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BRAHMS, A GERMAN REQUIEM
Grand Théâtre de Québec
MOZART JOINS THE PARTY WITH HIS 40TH Three centuries of music are on the program for this concert, which opens with a sound evocation in the form of Balinese-resonant chimes. The minimalism of the "Chanson à la mort," conceived by Montreal composer Claude Vivier upon his return from a long trip to Asia in 1980, paves the way for Mozart's genius with his most famous symphony, the 40th. The use of the minor key expresses a tragic, almost anguished sentiment in the composer, but one that borders on a graceful, often luminous melancholy. Brahms, of whom this concert is the second part of the festival, is capable – like Mozart – of setting to music a subtle duality of feelings. His German Requiem is the culmination of ten years of work begun the day after the death of his friend and mentor, Schumann. Based on excerpts from the Lutheran Bible, it is Brahms' longest and arguably most poignant composition. A presentation by the Orchestre symphonique de Québec Program Vivier: Chanson à la mort, excerpt from Cinq chansons pour percussion Mozart: Symphony No. 40 Brahms: A German Requiem PRELUDE AND PRE-CONCERT Starting at 7 p.m., attend the prelude with Clemens Schuldt, our musical director, and Joël Brouillette, director of artistic administration. A meeting that allows for a deeper understanding of the creative process and an informed look at the historical context in which the works were composed. The prelude is followed by a pre-concert where you can hear emerging musicians from the Conservatoire de musique de Québec or the Faculty of Music of Université Laval.
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