Combattimento
A knight kills his beloved without recognizing her. In Claudio Monteverdi's Il Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda, a fatal mistake on the battlefield takes a chilling musical form in which love, guilt, and violence merge into a feverish dream. Under the direction of Richard Egarr, the Orchestra of the Eighteenth Century places Monteverdi's work at the heart of a program filled with poignant Italian Baroque music. Alongside Monteverdi, the concert features work by Carlo Gesualdo, the composer who famously killed his wife and her lover. Soprano Anna Prohaska and tenor Ian Bostridge lead the audience through a labyrinth of memories, while two dancers add a physical dimension to the narrative.
Who is performing at Combattimento?+
The concert features tenor Ian Bostridge, soprano Anna Prohaska, and the Orchestra of the Eighteenth Century, directed by Richard Egarr.
Where is the concert taking place?+
The event is held at the Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ in Amsterdam.
What is the program for the evening?+
The program centers on Claudio Monteverdi's 'Il Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda' and works by Carlo Gesualdo.
Are there other performances besides music?+
Yes, two dancers will add a physical, theatrical dimension to the narrative during the performance.
What is the date of the event?+
The event takes place on February 10, 2027.
