The Royal Choral Society will be marking its 140th anniversary with a special celebratory performance at the Royal Albert Hall of Verdi’s Requiem, alongside the London Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Richard Cooke. The Requiem has special significance for the choir as it gave the British premiere in 1875, conducted by Verdi himself.
Verdi's Requiem is a work of great dramatic power, perfect for the stunning auditorium of the Royal Albert Hall. The choir is delighted to be celebrating its 140th anniversary singing this awe-inspiring historic work in the concert hall where they first sang in 1872. As part of the celebrations, the RCS has invited a number of students from the LPO's Future First tutoring and mentoring programme to play in the concert, alongside the members of this internationally-renowned orchestra.
In addition, the RCS are supporting the Nordoff Robbins music therapy charity, donating 20% of all net profits from this concert.
Royal Choral Society
London Philharmonic Orchestra
Richard Cooke conductor
Judith Howarth soprano
Julia Riley mezzo-soprano
Gwyn Hughes Jones tenor
Matthew Best bass
The choir has a long history with the Royal Albert Hall, stretching back to 1872, including the British premiere of this awe-inspiring work, conducted by Verdi himself in 1875. The Hall is delighted to support the Royal Choral Society in their anniversary year by offering the Hall free of charge for this performance as this year's annual free hire for a charity.