Teach the story of Jewish prisoners of the Nazis
who used music to defy their oppressors,
find courage and sustain hope.
How and why did a group of Jews in the TerezĂn Ghetto learn to sing Giuseppe Verdi’s Requiem – a Catholic Mass – in the original Latin? What did it mean to them and what does it mean for us?
This is the story of Defiant Requiem. The 45-minute documentary film is designed for classroom use and accompanying educational materials provide a wide range of lessons appropriate for a variety of disciplines. To access the film and classroom materials please create a free account.
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Watch this short video to learn more about Defiant Requiem, its documentary film, educational materials, and professional development opportunities for teachers.
