Irish Chamber Orchestra
Katherine Hunka Director
Robin Tritschler Tenor

ARIAS & ADVENT

Albinoni Adagio in G minor reconstructed by Remo Giazotto  (Choreography/Diane Daly) Save
Finzi Dies Natalis Op. 8
Elgar Serenade for Strings in E minor, Op. 20
Handel The Lord preserveth all them that love him from Chandos Anthem No. 5a HWV250a
Handel Allegro from Concerto Grosso in D Major, Op 6, No. 5 HWV 323

Christmas Carols

The tender yet radiant cantata Dies Natalis, is a setting of poems by Thomas Traherne and is Finzi’s finest work. Tenor, Robin Tritschler aptly reflects the joy and wonder of a newborn child’s innocent perspective on the world. This richly textured work carries the music naturally forwards in a unity of spirit with the lyrics – a hallmark of Finzi’s art.   Tritscher sings some festive carols alongside an aria from Handel’s beautiful, intimate settings written for the First Duke of Chandos – one of his best loved choral works.  The ICO performs Albinoni’s Adagio, a breathtakingly beautiful piece of stately baroque brilliance. Elgar’s gem – his much loved Serenade was a personal favourite and one of his final works recorded back in 1933.  Handel’s Allegro is from one of a series of twelve dashing and elegant concerti grossi in which he explores kaleidoscopically the shifting relationships among orchestral string instruments.

“Robin Tritschler is one of Ireland’s most sought-after voices. Purity of tone and insightful care are coupled with an expert’s fascination and delight in sourcing music.” Irish Examiner

“Ranging from near-reckless energy to infinite calm, the music-making has that elusive mix of freedom and precision many a conductor would die for.  Yet this optimum is due to the ICO leader, Katherine Hunka, who directs from her violin with seemingly telepathic discretion.”  Irish Times

Thursday, 8pm, December 12, 2019
Monkstown Parish Church, Dublin

Tickets
€25, €22, €10 students, €5 children

Friday, 8pm, December 13, 2019
St. Mary’s Cathedral, Limerick

Tickets
€25, €22, €10 students, €5 children