Verdi's "Requiem"
Open the season with Verdi’s “Requiem”, a powerful work that brings orchestra, chorus, and soloists together in a shared experience of drama, beauty, and reflection.
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DateOct. 16 - 17, 2026
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VenueWhitney Hall at The Kentucky Center
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Doors Open2 Hours Before Show
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On SaleOn Sale Now
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Showings
Program
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Requiem
I. Requiem and Kyrie
II. Sequence (Dies Irae)
III. Offertorio (Domine Jesu)
IV. Sanctus
V. Agnus Dei
VI. Lux aeterna
VII. Libera me
Artists
Additional Info
The Louisville Orchestra opens the 26–27 Classics season with Verdi’s “Requiem”, a colossal piece known for its emotional range and striking contrasts. Written for orchestra, chorus, and soloists, the music moves between moments of quiet reflection and sweeping intensity.
Listeners will hear explosive choral passages alongside intimate, lyrical writing, creating a sense of drama that feels both grand and deeply personal. Some sections are powerful and urgent, while others are calm, tender, and searching, allowing the music to speak to a wide range of emotions without requiring any prior knowledge.
Live, its impact is physical. You feel the chorus rise, the orchestra surge, and the shared silence of the room when the music holds its breath. Under the direction of Teddy Abrams, this season-opening concert sets the tone for a Classics series centered on connection, depth, and the experience of coming together through music.
FAQs
If you arrive after the concert has begun, an usher will seat you at an appropriate time, such as during applause or intermission. At the Kentucky Center, monitors located in the lobby allow you to follow the performance while you wait.
Concert length varies, but we recommend planning for about two hours. Digital programs include the specific music run-time, which can give you a better idea of the concert length. Please note that music run-time only covers the pieces being performed and does not account for speaking between pieces, applause, etc.
At The Kentucky Center, Old Forester Paristown Hall, and The Louisville Palace, you will go through security checkpoints upon entry. Expect to pass through a metal detector, and note that all bags may be searched. Outside food and beverages are not allowed inside. Check each venue's Visitors Guide for more details:
- The Kentucky Center and Old Forester Paristown Hall - View Visitors Guide
- The Louisville Palace - View Visitors Guide
For events at outdoor or alternate venues, please check your email for "Know Before You Go" information, sent to the email of the ticket purchaser. For further questions, contact our Patron Services team at 502.587.8681.
Come as yourself! There’s no dress code, so wear what makes you feel comfortable. You’ll see everything from business and cocktail attire to casual and creative styles.
We ask all audience members to silence their phones before the performance begins. Photos and videos are prohibited, as light from screens can be distracting.
Snacks and drinks are sometimes available for purchase before the concert and during intermission. Alcoholic beverages are available for guests 21+ with a valid ID. We recommend dining before the show; check out our interactive map for nearby hotels, restaurants, and parking options.
Parking is available for purchase at all partner venues. For convenience, use our interactive map for parking recommendations as well as nearby hotels and restaurants.
Join us for free pre-concert talks before each Coffee and Classics Series concert, hosted by WUOL. These engaging talks often feature composers, conductors, or musicians from the program, who share fascinating details and insights about the music you're about to experience.
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