Synopsis

Brian Redhead introduces Berlioz’s Te Deum, a monumental and triumphant composition for solo tenor, three choirs, organ, and orchestra. The performance is conducted by Colin Davis, a dedicated advocate for Berlioz’s music, with John Brown leading the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. The solo tenor is David Rendall, with the BBC Choral Society, London Symphony Chorus, Goldsmiths Choral Union, and Southend Boys' Choir providing the choral forces. Sound is by Vic Godrich, ligh