Please join us for an evening performance of the work of the 20th century composer Olivier Messiaen, including selections from Vingt Regards sur l'enfant-Jésus ("Twenty Contemplations on the Infant Jesus") and the Quatuor pour la fin du temps ("The Quartet for the End of Time").
The performance will last approximately 75 minutes.
Free and open to the public. RSVP on Eventbrite to reserve your seats.
Olivier Messiaen (1908-1992) was an influential French composer and organist of the 20th century. Renowned for his innovative musical language and profound religious spirituality, Messiaen's compositions pushed the boundaries of traditional Western music. He drew inspiration from diverse sources, including birdsong, Eastern rhythms and melodies, and theology. His masterpiece, the Quartet for the End of Time, composed while he was a prisoner of war during World War II, remains one of his most celebrated works. Messiaen's music is characterized by its rich harmonies, complex rhythms, and mystical sensibility, often reflecting his deep connection to nature and his profound faith. His legacy continues to inspire generations of composers and performers.