James MacMillanQuickening
StraussEin Heldenleben
Birth, life, struggles and triumphs: two immensely powerful reflections on our existence, performed by a celebrated International Festival music partnership.
Sir James MacMillans epic cantata examines the drama and joy of birth and new life, blending expectant wonder with awe-struck mystery, mystical spirituality with volatile energy.
British conductor Edward Gardner and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra have been highly praised for their explosive collaborations at the International Festival in recent years.
Richard Strausss all-encompassing Ein Heldenleben tells the life story of a hero " his loves, his battles with enemies, his ultimate victory " in music of huge power, dignity, and vivid sonic picture-painting.
Gardner and the RSNO are joined by the outstanding vocal forces of the Edinburgh Festival Chorus, the RSNO Junior Chorus and The Kings Singers for Quickening.
Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Edward Gardner Conductor
The Kings Singers
Edinburgh Festival Chorus
Aidan Oliver Chorus Director
RSNO Junior Chorus
James MacMillan Quickening
Strauss Ein Heldenleben