Lord Nelson Mass, often called one of Joseph Haydn’s most beloved choral works, is presented by Bay Atlantic Symphony joined by the 130-voice Greater South Jersey Chorus. Ludwig van Beethoven’s romantic Symphony No. 4 opens the program of “Powerful Voices.”
Performances are scheduled for Saturday, March 15 at 3 p.m. at Guaracini Performing Arts Center at Rowan University Cumberland Campus in Vineland and Sunday, March 16 at 2 p.m. at Stockton University’s Performing Arts Center in Galloway.
Haydn’s distinctive and memorable mass stirs powerful emotions, ranging from solemnity and torment to joyous celebration. Chorus Artistic Director Christopher Thomas says the Mass has “an immediacy” that makes it accessible for new listeners. Thomas will sing the baritone part joining soloists Renée Richardson, soprano, Kyle Engler, mezzo and Christopher Hochstuhl, tenor.
The Beethoven Symphony begins with a mysterious and bareboned musical introduction, previewing the elements that erupt in each movement with playful rhythms and tunes. The symphony was described by one conductor as “a song of beauty such as no one else has ever written, presenting absolute novelty of color and creating an atmosphere in music justly termed ‘romantic.’”
Single concert ticket sales are currently open and may be purchased on Bay Atlantic Symphony’s website, www.bayatlanticsymphony.org for $37. Walk-in ticket sales at the door are also welcome at both locations. Seats are assigned.