Tina Johns Heidrich, Conductor.

The program will feature two major works.

Released in 2022, “Illuminare” by Elaine Hagenberg. An illuminating new work that is exquisitely gorgeous and gloriously uplifting. It is the first major work by Hagenberg, whose music soars with eloquence and ingenuity.
Using lesser-known sacred Latin, Greek, and English texts, the piece takes us through a season
of beauty and goodness that has been disrupted by darkness and confusion. But as Light gradually returns, hope is restored, illuminating our future, and guiding us to peace and the splendor of God's glory! There have already been numerous performances of Illuminare both in our country and worldwide, with many more to come!

Also released in 2022, Norwegian Kim André Arnesen’s Stabat Mater breathes new life into the 13th century Latin hymn, which portrays the Virgin Mary's suffering at the crucifixion of her son, Jesus Christ.
Currently one of the most frequently performed choral composers in the world, Arnesen's characteristic rich harmonies and memorable melodic lines combine to create this powerful and emotional new major choral work.

With the Connecticut Master Chorale Orchestra.