A German Baroque Requiem — Vox Luminis

About the Event

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Baroque music at Corpus Christi Church in New York.

Renowned musician Lionel Meunier has crafted a compelling Baroque counterpart to Brahms' seminal work. Inspired by Brahms' admiration for Lutheran church music from the late Renaissance and Baroque eras, Meunier's creation beautifully intertwines with the biblical texts chosen by Brahms for his Deutsches Requiem.

For two decades, the celebrated Belgian ensemble Vox Luminis has delved into this rich musical repertoire, captivating audiences worldwide. Presenting a new companion piece to Brahms' iconic composition, Vox Luminis offers a Baroque reflection on themes of mortality and faith, paying tribute to Brahms while infusing their performance with the emotional depth characteristic of Lutheran Baroque music.