War Requiem

Name: War Requiem
Genre: Music
Released: 1964
Duration: 91 min
Cast: Benjamin Britten, Peter Pears, Heather Harper, Thomas Hemsley, Meredith Davies

1964

1h 31min

Music

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Overview

First transmitted in 1964, Benjamin Britten's War Requiem is performed at the Royal Albert Hall. The Melos Ensemble is conducted by Benjamin Britten, and the performers include Heather Harper (soprano), Peter Pears (tenor), Thomas Hemsley (baritone) and Simon Preston (organ and chamber organ). Also featured are the BBC Chorus and Choral Society, Boys from Emanuel School, London Philharmonic Choir, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra.