Monteverdi Vespers of 1610

Bournemouth Bach Choir

*Programme*
Claudio Monteverdi – Vespers of 1610

*Performers*
Tim Hooper – Conductor
Bournemouth Bach Choir
The Sixteen (Soloists)
QuintEssential Sackbut and Cornett Ensemble
Bournemouth Symphony Youth Chorus

*Programme Notes*
Monteverdi Vespers of 1610 performed by Bournemouth Bach Choir with soloists from The Sixteen alongside period ensemble QuintEssential and the Bournemouth Symphony Youth Chorus.

Claudio Monteverdi’s Vespers of 1610 is a towering and undisputed masterpiece of the early Baroque period— at once intimate and grand, prayerful and dramatic, exalted and sensual. Brilliant instrumental writing paired with impressive choruses and virtuoso solos create a luxurious tribute to the Virgin Mary.

Published while Monteverdi was seeking new employment, the work, with its innovative mix of old and new styles, served as a brilliant portfolio of his diverse compositional skills, ultimately helping him secure the prestigious post of maestro (music director) at St. Mark's Basilica in Venice.

Don't miss the opportunity to hear this monumental work in the unforgettable and atmospheric surroundings of Salisbury Cathedral.