MELROSE — For over 70 years, Polymnia Choral Society has been delivering great performances to acknowledge and honor the important times in our lives. On Saturday, March 8, Polymnia will continue this tradition by performing Haydn’s “Lord Nelson Mass,” a masterwork that will resonate through the rafters from the opening “Kyrie” to the final “Amen.” Originally titled “Missa in angustiis” (Mass For Troubled Times), this choral work contains music that was written during a time of war. It expresses both the tension that existed during that time and the hope for a brighter future. This Mass is widely acknowledged as Haydn’s greatest work.
Alongside this masterpiece of the classical era is Elaine Hagenberg’s first major work, “Illuminare.” This work is already receiving praise for its effectiveness and beauty.
This concert will be held at the Melrose Performing Arts Center at Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School (350 Lynn Fells Parkway). Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, $15 for students and $5 for children.
To purchase tickets for this concert: Visit https://polymnia.org/about-our-upcoming-season/; Miter Biter (479 Main Street); or call 617-633-5006.
For more information about Polymnia: www.polymnia.org/about
This program is funded in part by a grant from the Melrose Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.