Version by J. Eybler, F.J. Freustadler & F.X. Sussmayr
In a new edition by H.C. Robbins Landon
Arleen Auger soporano, Cecilia Bartoli mezzo-soprano
Vinson Cele tenor, Wiener Staatsopernchor
Wiener Philharmoniker
SIR GEORG SOLTI
This unique performance of Mozart`s great Requiem took place in 5 December 1991, to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the composer`s death. Conducted by amcestro Sir Georg Solti, Mozart`s music was perfromed as an integral part of the liturgy for which it was originally intendedm the special service taking place in the magnificent setting of St, Stephen`s Cathedral, Vienna, where Mozart`s funeral rites were said on 6 December 1791. Accompanying the perfromance is an introductory film telling the extraordinary story of Mozart`s Requiem.