Voices of the Italian Baroque
16 August 2024
This event takes place off site at St James’ King St
Classical Music
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs' virtuoso Chamber Singers shine in a glorious program of Baroque choral music. Experience the intricate textures and expressive power of these Italian masters in the resonant acoustic of St James', King St.
Please note: this event is not held at the Sydney Opera House.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Friday 16 August 2024 | 7pm |
| Ticket Type | Price |
| Premium Unreserved Seating | $80 |
| General Admission | $70 |
$8.95 booking fee applies per transaction
Prices correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection.
The authorised agencies for this event are Sydney Opera House and Sydney Philharmonia Choirs. For more information about Authorised Agencies, see the frequently asked questions below.
General Public tickets on-sale
9am Wednesday 22 November 2023
Wheelchair accessible
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Run time
This performance will run for approximately 70 minutes, with no interval.
Event duration is a guide only and may be subject to change.
Age
Recommended for ages 12+
Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times.
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Voices of the Italian Baroque
The Baroque era gave us splendid architecture and magnificent art. It also inspired glorious music that resonated under the gilded domes and painted ceilings of Italy's great chapels, that echoed from balcony to balcony in St Mark's Venice.
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs invites you to step back to a visionary age when music evoked powerful emotions with striking and dramatic musical imagery — even in church!
This transcendent program begins with Domenico Scarlatti's intense, almost graphic setting of the Stabat Mater followed by expressions of faith and joy, and a fervent mass setting by Monteverdi. Through it all you'll hear the Chamber Singers, weaving together in 4, 8, 10 or more parts as they move you to ecstasy, and tears, in this celebration of the Italian Baroque.
Presented by Sydney Philharmonia Choirs
Program
Domenico SCARLATTI Stabat Mater
Antonio CALDARA Crucifixus a 16 voci
Giacomo CARISSIMI Dixit Dominus
Claudio MONTEVERDI Messa a 4 voci, SV 190
Giovanni GABRIELI Hodie completi sunt dies Pentecostes
Antonio LOTTI Crucifixus a 8 voci
Artists
Brett Weymark conductor
Chamber Singers
Sydney Philharmonia Baroque Ensemble
Sydney Philharmonia Choirs
Experience the power and passion of choral music in the Choirs’ 2024 season. From Baroque beauties to the Showstoppers of Rodgers & Hammerstein, you’ll find music for every musical taste – and some brilliant new discoveries.
Other information
Venue information
Please note: this event is not held at the Sydney Opera House.
St James’ Church is located at 173 King Street, Sydney NSW 2000.
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