Swansea Philharmonic Choir

Swansea Philharmonic Choir invite you to an unforgettable evening of choral music at the Brangwyn Hall, as they present Edward Elgar’s towering masterpiece The Dream of Gerontius. Under the direction of Jonathan Rogers, the choir is joined by full orchestra and distinguished soloists for a performance of profound emotional and spiritual intensity. Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius is widely regarded as one of the greatest choral works ever composed in these isles. Setting the deeply moving poem by Cardinal John Newman, the music traces the journey of a soul from the moment of death through to its encounter with the divine. Rich in drama, tenderness and transcendence, the work combines soaring melodies, luminous orchestration and deeply expressive choral writing. From the haunting opening prayers to the blazing choral climaxes and the serene, otherworldly conclusion, Elgar’s score offers a p