Debussy and Duruflé

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Debussy and Duruflé

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Date
Apr 28 - 30, 2022
Venue
Atlanta Symphony Hall
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April 28, 2022
Thursday at 8:00PM

April 30, 2022
Saturday at 8:00PM

Program

DebussyPrelude to the Afternoon of a Faun
Debussy Nocturnes
Duruflé Requiem

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Principal guest conductor Donald Runnicles is well known for his interpretations of the French catalogue, and it is always a joy to watch (and hear) him conduct Debussy and Duruflé. This weekend will be no different as he presents Debussy's first major orchestral work, Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun. Then the ASO Chorus Women join the orchestra in Debussy's Nocturnes, a tone poem reflecting the sky, a festival, and the lure of the sea. After intermission, the full Chorus performs the incredibly moving Duruflé Requiem, one of the most beautiful versions of the Latin mass for the dead.

Unlike other requiems, Duruflé moved away from dramatic, opera-like moments and instead wrote a peaceful, quiet, reflective mass that focuses on images of Heaven, rather than Hell. With melodies derived from Gregorian chant, Duruflé's Requiem is as moving as it is contemplative.

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will be implementing a mandatory vaccine policy for audiences. Beginning September 1, 2021, proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours prior to performance, as well as matching photo ID, will be required upon arrival at Atlanta Symphony Hall. More details are available on our Health & Safety page.

Featured Artists

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Sir Donald Runnicles

Principal Guest Conductor

To Be Announced

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Runnicles And Chorus Celebrate French Composers

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chorus

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Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

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