Mozart: Requiem

If you appreciate classical music with rich historical sweep, this concert offers a journey through nearly two centuries of composition. You’ll hear Schönberg’s a cappella Friede auf Erden, a reflective piece about harmony the composer later called “an illusion,” alongside György Kurtág’s Grabstein für Stephan, a haunting work with guitar and spatially arranged instruments creating an intimate soundscape. The evening culminates with Mozart’s Requiem, a powerful, mysterious piece blending darkness with echoes of Handel and Romantic hints. The arrangement invites you to experience contrasts in style and emotion, from Schönberg’s delicate vocals to Mozart’s intensity. The NFM Wrocław Philharmonic and Choir, led by Jonathan Nott, highlights subtle connections between these composers. Whether alone or with others, you’ll find moments that linger, encouraging reflection on music’s power to express complex feelings. This program rewards close listening and invites you to explore the layers within each work.