Musica Sacra’s “Classics for Christmas” at Carnegie Hall offers a transcendent musical experience that celebrates the season’s joy and contemplation. Under Kent Tritle’s masterful direction, with luminous performances by Kathryn Lewek and Mariko Anraku, this concert reminds us why live sacred music remains essential. Seek out Musica Sacra’s upcoming season—your soul will thank you.
In the hallowed acoustic splendor of Carnegie Hall’s Stern Auditorium, the Oratorio Society of New York, under the masterful direction of Kent Tritle, presented a splendid concert of profound musical and spiritual significance that left one feeling intellectually enriched and emotionally transformed. The OSNY Carnegie Hall program opened with the world premiere of Paul Moravec and Mark Campbell’s “All Shall Rise” and, following intermission, continued with Mendelssohn’s monumental Symphony No. 2, “Lobgesang”—a brilliant juxtaposition illuminating the extraordinary capacity of these works to speak across centuries to our deepest human concerns. From beginning to end, this was an inspirational concert of rare distinction, accompanied by a superbly informative program booklet containing scholarly notes, complete texts, and lucid translations.
Discover the timeless magic of Carmina Burana and more as the Oratorio Society of New York opens its season at Carnegie Hall. Immerse yourself in choral masterpieces, inspiring new compositions, and exceptional artistry on an unforgettable evening.
