2000 people sing for peace: The Armed Man — A Mass for Peace
About the Event
Set a tone for peace in this monumental event with 2000 choir singers from all over the world and immerse yourself in the sound universe of Karl Jenkins´ Mass for Peace 'The Armed Man'. An unforgettable multimedia experience in the Mercedes‐Benz Arena Berlin on the occasion of the centenary of the end of the First World War.
100 years after the end of the First World War, the world is still full of tensions and conflicts between the nations. The universal language of music overcomes boundaries and connects people from all over the world. The historic city of Berlin is the setting for this momentous musical event with a choir of 2000 singers from 27 countries under the direction of Welsh composer Karl Jenkins.
About the work
'The Armed Man' by Karl Jenkins was commissioned by the Royal Armouries Museum and is dedicated to the victims of the Kosovo War. It is based on the lyrics of the Catholic Mass liturgy and the 15th century soldier's song L'homme armé and requires a four‐part mixed choir with two soloists and a symphonic orchestra. The musical portrait of the war threat is interspersed with contemplative moments and ends, despite the horrors of war, on a note of hope for peace.
Cast / Production
Around 2,000 singers from Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, England, France, Germany, Jersey, Hungary, Iran, Ireland, Isle of Man, Israel, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, New Zealand, Netherlands, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Russia, Scotland, Spain, Switzerland, Ukraine, Wales and the USA will join forces to create a unique historical event with worldwide appeal.
