The Winston-Salem Symphony Presents Verdi’s Requiem
- Arts Council
- Apr 10
- 2 min read
The Winston-Salem Symphony Presents Verdi’s Requiem
Experience the famous opera composer’s masterpiece setting of the church mass performed by an enormous orchestra and chorus and four fantastic soloists. The concert will occur on Saturday-Sunday, April 26 & 27 at Wake Forest University’s Wait Chapel (2625 Wake Forest Rd.) Tickets are available at wssymphony.org or by calling the Box Office at (336) 464-0145.
Renowned for its dramatic intensity and profound emotional depth, Verdi’s concert-stage masterpiece will be brought to life by a symphony orchestra, chorus, and a quartet of soloists whose voices will soar through the hall.
From the powerful and haunting “Dies irae” to the tender “Agnus dei,” each movement unfolds with gripping fervor, showcasing Verdi’s unparalleled ability to blend grandeur with intimacy. Join us for a performance that will resonate long after the final note, as we embark on a journey through the depths of human emotion and spiritual contemplation with Verdi’s Requiem.
The Symphony will be joined by the Winston-Salem Symphony Chorus, as well as four outstanding guest vocalists:
Othalie Graham, soprano
Canadian-American soprano Othalie Graham continues to receive critical acclaim throughout North America and is widely known for her interpretations of the title roles in Turandot and Aida and her commitment to Wagnerian repertoire.
Raehann Bryce-Davis, mezzo-soprano
Raehann Bryce-Davis has been hailed by The New York Times as a “striking mezzo soprano” and by the San Francisco Chronicle for her “electrifying sense of fearlessness.”
Cooper Nolan, tenor
Tenor Cooper Nolan, praised for his “bright, shining, tenor” (Musical America) and his “powerhouse voice” (Opera News), is increasingly making a name for himself as an important interpreter of some of opera’s most demanding tenor roles.
Bill McMurray, baritone
12With more than forty operatic roles to his credit, Bill McMurray has been described as “A baritone with warm, rich tones and superb stage presence” by the Durham Herald Sun. Roles to his credit include Figaro (Il Barbiere di Siviglia), Marcello (La bohème), Dulcamara (L’elisir d’amore), Count Almaviva (Le nozze di Figaro), and Escamillo (Carmen).
About the Winston-Salem Symphony Chorus
The Winston-Salem Symphony Chorus is an auditioned, mixed ensemble of volunteer singers, many of whom are professional soloists or current members of area church and university choruses. Under the direction of Dr. Christopher Gilliam, The Symphony Chorus rehearses weekly and performs several times yearly with the Winston-Salem Symphony. For more information, visit wssymphony.org/about/chorus.
About the Winston-Salem Symphony
Proud to be one of the Southeast's most highly regarded regional orchestras, the WinstonSalem Symphony premiered in 1947. Today, under the direction of new Music Director Michelle Merrill, the Symphony fulfills its mission to “Bring Music to Life” by inspiring listeners of all ages throughout North Carolina's Piedmont Triad with various concerts, education programs, and community engagement initiatives each year.
This concert and the Winston-Salem Symphony are supported by Season Presenting Sponsors Bell, Davis & Pitt, P.A.; Chris and Mike Morykwas; the Montgomery/Tucker Charitable Fund; the Arts Council of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County; and the North Carolina Arts Council.
Subscriptions and single tickets can be purchased online at wssymphony.org or by calling the Symphony Box Office at 336-464-0145.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Joe Bolenbaugh,
Winston-Salem Symphony
336.725.1035
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