Oratorio pour la Semaine Sainte: William Christie & Les Arts Florissants at Cité de la Musique Paris
Νοσταλγική, ωμή βραδιά baroque
William Christie and Les Arts Florissants lead the audience through Luigi Rossi's Oratorio per la Settimana Santa, one of the first oratorios written in Italian. This work is likely the oldest oratorio dedicated to the theme of the Passion. Christie's passion for this piece dates back to the early years of Les Arts Florissants in the 1980s. The structure follows the condemnation of Jesus by Pontius Pilate and the lamentations of the Virgin Mary, blending inner grief with scenes of violence and mythological influence.
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Who is performing at this concert?+
The concert features the renowned ensemble Les Arts Florissants, conducted by William Christie.
What is the theme of the concert?+
The concert features Luigi Rossi's Oratorio per la Settimana Santa, which depicts the Passion of Jesus, specifically the condemnation by Pontius Pilate and the lamentations of the Virgin Mary.
Where is the event taking place?+
The event is held at the Cité de la Musique in Paris, France.
When is the event scheduled?+
The concert will take place on March 22, 2027.
Is this a seated event?+
Yes, as a performance at the Cité de la Musique concert hall, this is a fully seated event.
What style of music will be performed?+
The program consists of baroque classical music, focusing on one of the earliest Italian oratorios ever written.
