Baroque Legacy by Elim van Delft
Elim van Delft curated a unique concert program that celebrates the richness of baroque music through the works of Henry Purcell and Antonio Vivaldi, while shedding light on the often-overlooked Dutch influence on this pivotal musical era. Titled Baroque Legacy, the production offers an emotional journey through themes of power, loss, and legacy — blending historically informed performance with innovative storytelling, with voice-over segments by Karin Bloemen and Bernard Oattes — guiding the audience through the powerful story of Queen Mary II Stuart and the Dutch Golden Age.
The program reflects Elim's artistic vision and deep appreciation for baroque expression, and his commitment to making historical music resonate with modern audiences.
Accompanied by the Belgian ensemble La Chapelle Sauvage, led by Karel De Wilde, Elim van Delft brings the past breathtakingly to life with an impressively colourful vocal performance as sopranist and bass.
Program:
If love's a sweet passion
One charming night
While the swans come forward
Thus the ever grateful spring
Dance for the green men
A dance of haymakers
Music for the funeral of Queen Mary
Se il cor guerriero
Gelido in ogni vena
Concerto in D minor, RV 541
Season from Le quattro stagioni *Please note: this piece is subject to change to suit the current season
Dove il valor combatte
'Dove il valor combatte' - live encore, Amsterdam 2025.
This project is taking place in collaboration with Red Events & Distribution Ltd, and is written and staged by Elim van Delft. All rights reserved.