Performance on 3

Petroc Trelawny presents another chance to hear this performance of Elgar's magnificent oratorio, recorded at the 2005 BBC Proms. Elgar set texts by Cardinal John Henry Newman in a work that was to become eloquent testimony to the composer's Catholic faith.

See the Elgar on Radio 3 pages for more information and programme notes.

Playlist

Elgar: The Dream of Gerontius

Angel ...... Alice Coote (mezzo-soprano)
Gerontius ...... Paul Groves (tenor)
Priest/Angel of the Agony ...... Matthew Best (bass-baritone)
Halle Youth Choir
Halle Choir
London Philharmonic Choir
Halle Orchestra
Mark Elder (conductor)

Performance on 3

Episode and Playlist Information

• 15 November 2007
  • The Dream of Gerontius