Carmina Burana & Boléro Olga Peretyatko Sopran | Matthias Lika Bariton José Carmona Tenor | Andreas Klippert Dirigent

In the organizer's words:

Neue Philharmonie Westfalen Mädchenchor am Essener Dom Choir of the KlangVerwaltung

PROGRAM

RAVEL Boléro
ORFF Carmina Burana

Two masterpieces of music history in one evening: Carl Orff's powerful "Carmina Burana" and Maurice Ravel's electrifying "Boléro" unite archaic power, rhythmic ecstasy and hypnotic intensification of sound. Although there are only a few years between the two works, they open up completely different musical worlds and yet have an equally overwhelming effect. Ravel's one-movement dance is created from a few motifs that are repeated and lead in a crescendo from mysterious, meditative calm to intoxicating ecstasy. Orff's worldwide success moves between the same poles: concise rhythms combine with the melodic and harmonic richness of the powerful choruses to create an impressive tapestry of sound. From the mysterious beginning to the eruptive discharge of sound, a dramaturgy unfolds that touches and captivates the audience. At Pro Arte, this impressive program is brought to life by one of the world's most sought-after sopranos of our time: Olga Peretyatko. Her voice combines technical brilliance, luminous beauty of tone and great depth of expression. Engagements at the most renowned opera houses and numerous awards underline her artistic charisma. At her side, José Carmona and especially the baritone voice of Matthias Lika lend the vocal parts a captivating intensity. Together with the Neue Philharmonie Westfalen, the Chor der Klangverwaltung and the Mädchenchor am Essener Dom, they form an impressive ensemble.