A French Connection: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

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This programme celebrates French repertoire which blends orchestral and vocal forces – with magnificent results. Enjoy works by Poulenc, Canteloube and Duruflé with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, renowned soloists and the Bach Choir under the baton of David Hill.

Poulenc's Gloria is one of his most ambitious works, with solo soprano and chorus expressing Latin texts for which, as a devout Catholic, Poulenc felt a special reverence. Canteloube's sensual Songs of the Auvergne take us from heavenly pleasures to earthly ones. These glorious settings of Auvergne folk songs are sung in the local dialect, Occitan, accompanied by Canteloube's colourful orchestration. Duruflé's Requiem dates from the mid‐twentieth century, but his use of Gregorian chant gives the work a timeless and deeply spiritual quality.

As one of the world's foremost ensembles, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra continues to delight audiences with its performances of classical masterpieces. The orchestra will be joined by a host of oustanding artists all of whom are renowned for their destinctive interpretations of classical music.

David Hill, Conductor
Sarah Fox, Soprano
Kitty Whately, Mezzo‐Soprano
Benedict Nelson, Baritone
The Bach Choir