Scoring: Soli SATB, Coro SATB, Pic, 2 Fl, 2 Ob, Eh, 2 Clt, BClt, 2 Fg, Cfg, 4 Cor, 2 Tr, 2 Tr di lontano, 3 Trb, Tb, Timp, Tam-Tam, Arpa, Org, 2 Vl, Va, Vc, Cb

Dvorák’s mighty Requiem was commissioned for Birmingham’s renowned music festival. Since its premiere there in 1891 under the composer’s direction, it has enjoyed huge popularity. Although based on the liturgical Latin text, it was conceived from the outset as a full-length work for concert performance.

In inimitable style, Dvor...