The Titanic Requiem

Situated opposite the Westminster Abbey, The Methodist Central Hall was build at the same year as Titanic. What a fitting location to host a concert dedicated to the centenary of Titanic.

The Titanic Requiem is a classical debut of Robin Gibb (Bee Gees) who wrote it together with his son RJ.

Being in England from where the Titanic set off on a voyage to the New World, I must say that everybody here experiences one way or another the time of 100 years ago. Whether on a TV, radio or events throughout, there is so much dedication to the memory of those who perished, those who were left behind, too many stories of those who survived.

Performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra together with the choir 'RSVP Voices', the musical and vocal richness of the piece sent shivers down my spine. Such was my experience.

First half of the concert was filled with the actual pieces played on board of Titanic including the supposingly last piece - 'Nearer My God to Thee'. After the break, the Orchestra was joined by the choir and what I can remember is how evocative the Requiem was. At times playful, most of the time I felt sad, hopeful and filled with emotions.

In the second half, Robin Gibb was meant to sing 'Don't Cry Alone'. Unfortunately, his frail health prevented him from attending The Titanic Requiem. Instead, we listened to a recording of the song. Despite that, there was a standing ovation at the end of the song. Click on the link above to hear the song yourselves. It is definitely worth it.

What I also wanted to share with you are a few pictures of The Methodist Central Hall.

Looking at the exterior and interior, one is taken back to the time of Titanic; the decor and the architectural elements of that time.

The whole week has been rather symbolic also pointing out on the legacy the Titanic has left behind. It had to take such disaster to e.g. set as regulation to have enough lifeboats to cover the number of passengers onboard. The Titanic will be always remembered.