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CHORALSPACE The Sound of Water

Thu 9 Sep 2027, 6 pm – Sun 12 Sep 2027, 1 pmBerlin, Germany
Presented by CHORALSPACE
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CHORALSPACE The Sound of Water
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A preferential rate is available through CHORALLY.

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On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Knabenkantorei Basel, choirs and individual singers from around the world are invited to take part in a unique international choral festival in the Great Hall of the Berliner Philharmonie.

At the heart of the festival is the song cycle The Drop That Contained the Sea by the multi-award-winning composer Christopher Tin. This extraordinary work explores water as a universal element—both life-giving and destructive, shaping cultures, landscapes, and human experience.

Each movement reflects a different form and journey of water: from melting snow to mountain streams, rivers, and the vast ocean. Sung in multiple languages and inspired by diverse vocal traditions, the cycle creates a powerful global musical narrative.

Christopher Tin: Live at Cadogan Hall. Christopher Tin conducts his choral work 'Waloyo Yamoni (We Overcome the Wind)', the climactic finale to his song cycle 'The Drop That Contained the Sea'. From the European premiere of 'The Drop that Contained the Sea' at 'The Music of Christopher Tin' concert, Cadogan Hall, London, July 19, 2016. Performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and featuring the Angel City Chorale, Prima Vocal Ensemble, and Lucis choirs. Soloists: Jimmer Bolden, Allie McNay. Commissioned by the Orchestra at St. Matthews, Pacific Palisades, CA. Sung in Lango, lyrics from a rainmaking litany.

Performers & leaders

Oliver Rudin and Daniel Raaflaub are responsible for artistic direction. The two have been working together as a well-coordinated team for over 20 years, creating innovative musical and theatrical experiences.

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Eligibility

Amateur and professional choral singers.

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Location

Philharmonie Berlin
Berlin, Germany
Europe
About the organiser
CHORALSPACE

CHORALSPACE – Berlin’s concert promoter for choral music since 2021. We bring together international choirs, individual singers and ensembles, transforming Berlin into a stage full of musical moments.

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