Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra - Haydn Nelson Mass
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra perform a world premiere by Mackinnon-Botti, Schoenberg’s Ode to Napoleon Buonaparte and Haydn’s Nelson Mass
Mackinnon-Botti New Work world premiere
Schoenberg Ode to Napoleon Buonaparte, Op. 41
Haydn Mass No. 11 in D minor, ‘Nelson Mass’, Hob. XXII:II
Narrator: Annie Dutoit-Argerich
Beatboxer: Alessandro Mackinnon-Botti
Piano/Consuctor: Marios Papadopoulos
Oxford Philharmonic Choir
The evening begins with a world premiere by Mackinnon-Botti, a contemporary composition that promises to challenge and inspire, featuring the composer himself as beatboxing soloist. This is followed by Schoenberg’s Ode to Napoleon Buonaparte, delivering a dramatic exploration of political power, brought to life through a vivid orchestral and vocal arrangement. The concert concludes with Haydn’s Nelson Mass, a monumental work combining magnificence and emotional depth, showcasing the brilliance of both the orchestra and choir.
Pre-concert talk at 18:30 given by Sir Nicholas Kenyon: Music in Time of War
Lord Byron’s text denouncing Napoleon was set by Schoenberg during the second world war; Haydn’s powerful Mass was written as Napoleon’s French navy was defeated by the British under Lord Nelson. Nicholas Kenyon explores the varied fortunes of music during times of conflict.
Ticket Information
- Full price tickets: £15, £28, £38, £48
- £5 tickets for students/under-18s in the Upper Galleries and £5 off any other price band
- Age range: 6+
- Doors open at 19:00
- This concert will be 120 minutes with an interval
- Latecomers to be permitted at an appropriate pause in the music
- For ticketing queries, please contact 01865 980980
