Sir Simon Rattle explores intensely personal choral music by Szymanowski and Brahms – music that transforms sorrow into pure sonic beauty.
‘Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted’. Brahms was never too sure about religion, so when he composed his German Requiem he wrote music to console the living, here and now. And he did it with such gentleness, imagination and warmth that listeners of all faiths (and none) can draw solace from the sounds he created. It’s a serene contrast to the heady, intoxicating atmosphere of Szymanowski’s luscious Stabat Mater.
The London Symphony Chorus is a musical force to be reckoned with – and under its inspiring Chorus Director Simon Halsey it brings a new dimension of sonic excitement every time it adds its hundred-plus voices to the LSO. Regular collaborators with Sir Simon Rattle, today they sing two pieces with a very special place in his heart.
‘Those who sow in tears shall reap in joy.’ – Brahms: German Requiem
Programme
Performers
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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.
We’ve plenty of places for you to relax and replenish, from coffee and cake to wood-fired pizzas and full pre-theatre menus
Mobility
Spaces for wheelchair users in row U at the rear of the stalls (up to sixteen, depth of row 180cm) and the back row of the circle (four), both with fold-down companion seats. Some seats in row S of the stalls for people with very limited mobility.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs may be taken into the concert hall where there are a limited number of suitable seats in row G of the stalls. If you prefer, you may leave your dog with a member of the cloakroom staff during the performance.
Hearing facility
There is an induction loop in the concert hall. You can use this by adjusting your hearing aid to the ‘T’ setting.
Free large-print programmes
These are available for most of our concerts. Please contact [email protected] at least a week beforehand, to prebook a large-print programmme.
For more access information, please visit our Accessibility section.
