The Illustrated Man (Australia)
Performed under the majestic arches of St Paul’s Cathedral, Membra Jesu Nostri is a unique contemporary re-imagining of a masterwork of Western sacred music.
Two talented Melbourne-based ensembles join forces under the direction of award-winning conductor Peter Tregear to present a stirring vocal and visual performance of Membra Jesu Nostri, a set of seven short cantatas first created for Holy Week in 1680 by German-Danish composer Dietrich Buxtehude.
Berlin-based visual designer Christian Herrnbeck has composed an arresting series of photographic projections to accompany the performance, providing a stunning contemporary commentary on the Christian idea of a God-made-man.
Performed by Melbourne’s finest young vocal soloists, The Consort of Melbourne – who appeared at last year’s Melbourne Festival with the Kronos Quartet – along with the accomplished string ensemble Monash Sinfonia, this stunning baroque score is given a suitably exquisite showcase in a truly majestic setting.
Conceived & Directed by Peter Tregear
Visual Design Christian Herrnbeck
The Consort of Melbourne
The Consort of Melbourne
Monash Sinfonia
