Oratorio Christ sur le Mont des Oliviers de Ludwig van Beethoven & Les Sept Dernières Paroles du Christ de F. J. Haydn

This program brings us closer to two gems of the sacred repertoire from the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Beethoven, with the oratorio Christ on the Mount of Olives (1802), presents a work of great dramatic intensity that reflects the passion and humanity of Christ. The oratorio combines powerful choral passages with expressive solos, creating an emotional dialogue between faith and personal introspection. It is a work that illustrates the transition from Classicism to Romanticism, featuring innovative harmonies and a profound sense of spirituality.

For his part, Haydn, with The Seven Last Words of Christ, originally written for orchestra (1787) and later adapted for choir and soloists, offers a musical meditation on the final moments of Christ’s life. With extreme sensitivity and a balance between solemnity and serenity, Haydn transforms pain and contemplation into a unique musical experience. The work is distinguished for its clear classical structure and the emotional intensity expressed in each adagio.

This program offers a deep and moving experience that combines history, expression, and devotion, ideal for lovers of sacred music and artistic introspection.