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Westminster School and the Westminster Choral Society

Duruflé and Britten

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The Westminster Symphony Orchestra sitting on stage holding their instruments while turning to look at the camera

Talented young musicians from schools in the City of Westminster come together to perform a sensational programme for orchestra and choir.

Fervent drama meets rich lyricism and echoes of the Czech folk tradition in Antonín Dvořák’s only concerto for violin, performed by Westminster Music Scholar and member of the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain, Rhys Evans. The choir takes centre stage in a celebration of creation with Benjamin Britten’s jubilant cantata Rejoice in the Lamb, before bringing the evening to a close with Maurice Duruflé’s 20th-century take on Gregorian chant.

Westminster School, the Pimlico Musical Foundation, and the Tri-Borough Music Hub were just one day away from performing together before lockdown hit in 2020. Finally, this long-awaited collaboration comes to fruition in a magnificent showcase of young people’s musical talents.

Tagged with: Classical music

This performance will finish at approximately 9pm, including a 20-minute interval

 

Programme

  • Antonín Dvořák   Violin Concerto
  • Benjamin Britten   Rejoice in the Lamb
  • Maurice Duruflé   Requiem

Performers

  • Westminster School Symphony Orchestra  
  • Michael Heighway   conductor
  • Tim Garrard   conductor
  • Rhys Evans   violin
  • Ben Bloor   organ
  • Choir of Westminster School  
  • The Westminster Choral Society  
  • Pimlico Musical Foundation  
  • Tri-Borough Music Hub  

Hall

Location
The Barbican Hall is located within the main Barbican building. Head to Level G and follow the signs to find your seating level. 

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
​​​​​​​The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.