Tavener: The Veil of the Temple

The Monteverdi Choir joins the Edinburgh Festival Chorus and National Youth Choir of Scotland for a day-to-night performance of John Tavener's The Veil of the Temple.

Premiered in 2003, Tavener's magnum opus was created to awaken the spiritual side in everyone. This vast piece is sung in five languages and inspired by multiple world religions. In the opening concert of this year's Edinburgh International Festival, the Choir will join in a rare vocal communion, conducted by Sofi Jeannin, performing the eight cycles of this magnificent work, offering a once-in-a-life-time experience.