B. Britten - Canticles
Sat, Apr 18
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Gesang ADRIAN AUTARD ANITA MONSERRAT ANDREW TURNER ALEX ILVAKHIN HIROSHI AMAKO YONGBEOM KWON Klavier DAN K. KURLAND Horn WOLFGANG LÜCKING Harfe LADISLAV PAPP
Time & Location
Apr 18, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:10 p.m.
Nest, Karlsplatz 5, 1010 Wien, Austria
About the event
Introduction to Britten's Canticles
Britten's Canticles are vocal works distinguished by their emotional depth and musical richness. Composed in the 1940s and 1950s, these pieces showcase Britten's talent for chamber music writing, as well as his commitment to poetry and literature.
Structure and Composition
The Canticles are generally based on poetic or literary texts, often drawn from the English tradition. Britten employs a variety of instrumental and vocal formations, allowing for great flexibility and expressiveness. The most well-known works include:
Canticle I: My Beloved is Mine - Inspired by texts from the Bible and poets such as George Herbert.
Canticle II: Abraham and Isaac - A dramatic adaptation of a biblical story, highlighting themes of sacrifice and faith.