Dream of Gerontius ()
We are having fun rehearsing the much-loved music of Edward Elgar and are looking forward to welcoming the Birmingham Philharmonic Orchestra and solo singers.
The Dream of Gerontius is a setting by Elgar of text by Cardinal John Henry Newman. It tells the story of Gerontius (from the Greek for ‘old man’) as he nears the end of his life and follows his spiritual journey from life to the afterlife.
The music has tremendous variety, from a hushed beginning, through to a huge chorus of angels Praise to the Holiest, then later a sinister chorus of demons, a shattering moment as Gerontius reaches the throne of God for judgement. His soul is spared and he is led away by his guardian angel Softly and gently and the work ends with a poignant farewell from the angel and chorus.
Tickets
As a trial we have introduced a new way of paying for our unreserved tickets — you choose your price, which is self explanatory! This is available for a limited period — so if you want to try this please buy your tickets early!
As usual we are offering a 5% early bird discount on all fixed price tickets, again for a limited period. Booked seats next to the aisles sell very quickly so book your seats now to avoid disappointment
- Front Nave reserved:
£25£23.75 - Mid Nave reserved:
£20£19 - Rear Nave & Aisle unreserved: you choose!
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Pieces
- The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 (1900) — Elgar
Venue
Lichfield Cathedral, The Close, Lichfield, WS13 7LD [map]