On Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 8 p.m., the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Belgrade will be the venue for a concert entitled 'Laudate Dominum - 17th Century Church Music,' the fifth concert in the framework of the 19th Belgrade Early Music Festival. This concert will take you on a sublime musical journey through the world of sacred music of the Baroque period, performed on historical instruments and authentic interpretations by the best performers.

About the Event The concert will feature the renowned ensemble 'New Trinity Baroque,' known for their performances on historical instruments and dedication to authentic Baroque music sound. The soloists for this concert will be soprano Anna Torbica, Zorica Pavlovic, Srdjan Stanic on the viola da gamba, Darko Karajic on the theorbo, and Predrag Gosta on chamber organ and harpsichord.

The concert program includes a rich selection of duets and solo compositions by famous Baroque composers such as Giovanni Legrenzi, Henry Purcell, Francois Couperin, Claudio Monteverdi, and others. Audiences will enjoy beautiful duets like Legrenzi's 'Lumi potete piangere' and Couperin's 'Troisieme Lecon de Tenebres,' as well as solo compositions for voice and continuo, such as Monteverdi's 'Jubilet,' 'Laudate Dominum,' and Purcell's 'The Blessed Virgin's Expostulation.' There will also be instrumental compositions for viola da gamba, theorbo, and harpsichord or organ.

This concert offers a unique opportunity to experience the spiritual and emotional power of sacred Baroque music in the beautiful setting of the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The sounds of soprano duets, organ accompaniment, harpsichord, viola da gamba, and theorbo will create an authentic atmosphere of 17th-century cathedrals, transporting you to the times of rich and intricate melodies of the Baroque period.

Don't miss the chance to secure your spot at this wonderful concert and enjoy an evening filled with the beauty of Baroque sacred music, offering a peaceful and contemplative experience. Be prepared to be enchanted by the heavenly sounds of sacred Baroque music, artistic perfection, and spiritual reflection.