Chorus of Westerly to Perform Elgar's Masterpiece

Acclaimed British conductor David Hill leads the ensemble in two concerts of "The Dream of Gerontius".

Apr. 13, 2026 at 11:00pm

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An abstract composition of sharp, angular shapes in deep blue, gold, and white, evoking the dramatic, spiritual journey at the heart of Elgar's The Chorus of Westerly's performances of Elgar's sweeping choral masterpiece will transport audiences to the afterlife through powerful music and visuals.Providence Today

The Chorus of Westerly and Festival Orchestra, under the baton of renowned conductor David Hill, will perform Edward Elgar's choral masterpiece "The Dream of Gerontius" in Providence and Westerly, Rhode Island on April 18 and 19. The concerts will feature soloists Andrew Bearden Brown, Krysty Swann, and Enrico Lagasca.

Why it matters

Elgar's "The Dream of Gerontius" is considered one of the composer's most important and ambitious works, blending dramatic storytelling with rich choral and orchestral music. The Chorus of Westerly's performances, led by acclaimed conductor David Hill, will bring this epic piece to life for audiences in Rhode Island.

The details

The Providence performance will take place on April 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, with tickets priced at $30 for adults and $15 for students. The Westerly performance will follow on April 19 at 3 p.m. in the George Kent Performance Hall, with tickets ranging from $20 to $40.

  • The Providence performance is scheduled for April 18 at 7:30 p.m.
  • The Westerly performance is scheduled for April 19 at 3 p.m.

The players

David Hill

A Grammy-winning British conductor who serves as the musical director of The Bach Choir of London and the Leeds Philharmonic Society, and is a regular guest conductor of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra.

Chorus of Westerly

A renowned choral ensemble based in Westerly, Rhode Island, which has a long-standing partnership with conductor David Hill.

Andrew Bearden Brown

The tenor soloist who will perform the role of Gerontius in the performances.

Krysty Swann

The mezzo-soprano soloist who will perform the role of The Angel in the performances.

Enrico Lagasca

The baritone-bass soloist who will perform the dual roles of The Priest and The Angel of Agony in the performances.

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The takeaway

The Chorus of Westerly's performances of Elgar's masterpiece, led by acclaimed conductor David Hill, will bring this epic choral work to life for audiences in Rhode Island, showcasing the ensemble's artistry and the enduring power of Elgar's music.