“The orchestra delivered a crisp, nuanced sound under the unfaltering baton of Christophers.” –Boston Classical Review

Henry Purcell’s last major work, The Indian Queen, receives special treatment in this compelling interpretation by Harry Christophers and the Period Instrument Orchestra and Chorus. Last performed by H&H in 1995, this semi-opera surrounds Queen Zempoalla of Mexico and focuses on her resistance against Montezuma’s invading Peruvian army. Adapted from John Dryden and Sir Robert Howard’s 1664 play, Henry’s brother Daniel completed the opera after his death.

Program:

  • Program to include:
  • Purcell: "The scene of the drunken poet" from The Fairy Queen
  • Daniel Purcell: "The Masque of Hymen" from The Indian Queen
  • Purcell: "The Frost Scene" from King Arthur
  • Purcell: The Indian Queen (Music for Acts I–V)

Harry Christophers,
conductor

Period Instrument Orchestra
and Chorus

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At-A-Glance

Jan 25, 2013 at 8pm
NEC's Jordan Hall
Jan 27, 2013 at 3pm
Sanders Theatre

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Purcell: "The scene of the drunken poet" from The Fairy Queen (The Sixteen; Harry Christophers, conductor)

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