Britten's War Requiem is a pacifist statement, denouncing the senseless violence and destruction of war.
Shame some govts don't recognize such pacifist statements.
....challenges audiences to confront the devastating consequences of war and to strive for a more peaceful world.
Shame that after so many wars, including 2 world wars, these consequences are still ongoing - audiences may be challenged but as for powers to be?
Another Christmas where in various parts of the world the consequences of war are all too real. Music can be a powerful tool but it is weapons that kill.
