Masterworks: Verdi’s Requiem

Experience the grandeur and drama of Verdi’s Requiem, one of the most powerful and moving works in the classical repertoire. This monumental piece, composed by the great opera composer Giuseppe Verdi, brings the intense drama of the operatic stage to the concert hall. Featuring the combined forces of the Missoula Symphony Orchestra and Chorale, along with a stellar lineup of soloists, this performance promises to be an unforgettable musical experience.
Verdi’s Requiem was premiered in Milan’s San Marco Church and has since become a beloved work in concert halls around the world. The Requiem is known for its dramatic contrasts, from the thunderous and terrifying "Dies Irae" to the serene and ethereal "Lux Aeterna." Verdi’s masterful use of the orchestra and chorus creates a powerful emotional impact, making this work a profound exploration of life, death, and redemption.
The soloists, including soprano Elizabeth Baldwin, mezzo-soprano Rose Beattie, tenor John Bellemer, and baritone Charles Roberts Stephens, bring their exceptional talents to this performance, adding depth and emotion to Verdi’s magnificent music.