Easter Concert at the Sagrada Família with Orfeón Pamplonés - Easter Concert at the Sagrada Família with Orfeón Pamplonés

Today, the Sagrada Família held its Easter Concert featuring Orfeón Pamplonés, one of the oldest symphonic choirs in Europe.

Conducted by Igor Ijurra and accompanied by Óscar Candendo on the organ, the group led the audience on a musical journey through pieces that evoke the most meaningful moments of this liturgical season. They performed works by Basque/Navarrese composers with a long religious history and others by universal figures from Catalan music, such as Frederic Mompou and Pau Casals. A musical conversation also emerged with benchmark European composers such as Rheinberger, Brahms and Mahler, creating a bridge between different styles and eras.

To share the meaning of Easter with the people, the Sagrada Família gave out 400 tickets for two in a draw. The winners were chosen from everyone who signed up using the form provided on the Sagrada Família website and social media.

This concert is part of a special programme of events and religious celebrations for Easter. The full Easter programme is available here.