Velvet Revolution Concert
The Velvet Revolution Concert resounds with spiritual strength and hope. In his Resurrection Symphony, Gustav Mahler traces a journey from the darkness of death towards faith in light and renewal. This monumental work, uniting emotion with philosophical depth, reflects the soul’s struggle for meaning and hope. The Czech Philharmonic and the Prague Philharmonic Choir will be conducted by the Finnish maestro Sakari Oramo, stepping in for Zubin Mehta.
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ABOUT THE CONCERT
The Velvet Revolution Concert resounds with spiritual strength and hope. In his Resurrection Symphony, Gustav Mahler traces a journey from the darkness of death towards faith in light and renewal. This monumental work, uniting emotion with philosophical depth, reflects the soul’s struggle for meaning and hope. The Czech Philharmonic and the Prague Philharmonic Choir will be conducted by the Finnish maestro Sakari Oramo, stepping in for Zubin Mehta.
Programme
Gustav Mahler
Symphony No. 2 in C minor “Resurrection”
Performers
Lucy Crowe soprano
Okka von der Damerau mezzo-soprano
Prague Philharmonic Choir
Lukáš Vasilek choirmaster
Sakari Oramo conductor
Czech Philharmonic
