2011-2012 THE 47TH SEASON
MUSIC THAT STIRS THE HEART, MOVES THE SOUL, IGNITES THE SPIRIT.
Kent Tritle, Music Director
PROFESSIONAL CHORAL MUSIC AT ITS FINEST
Season
Welcome to our new season! This season is rich in variety and promises to be better than ever. We start off with a celebration of the season with “A Royal Affair” showcasing our magnificent singers in an exclusive gala performance at The Yale Club of New York City and a special concert of another choral showpiece, Rachmaninoff’s Vespers, in the acoustically perfect setting of the Church of St. Paul the Apostle. The subscription series is entirely at Carnegie Hall featuring our critically acclaimed performances of Handel’s Messiah and two glorious programs emanating from Handel’s homeland in Weill Recital Hall. In February, we plumb Bach’s heritage in Bach Family Notebook, a concert of his stunning compositions and those of his forebears. We return in April with Songs and Romances, a program harking to Musica Sacra’s acclaimed recording of the same name and including Brahms’s beautiful Four Songs for women’s chorus, two horns and harp. We will bask in the Romantic spirit with music of Schubert and Schumann, too, in this sumptuous evening in the lovely, chandeliered hall. And you won’t want to miss the entertaining Soirées, the fascinating tour of Prague and Vienna or the party in my home to celebrate the release of our newest CD, Messages to Myself. Join us as a subscriber and enjoy professional choral music at its finest all season long. I look forward to having you with us!
Kent Tritle Music Director and Conductor
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SEPTEMBER 25, 2011—4 PM Kent Tritle Organ Recital OCTOBER 12, 2011—8 PM Rachmaninoff’s Vespers OCTOBER 18, 2011—6:30 PM Opening Gala: A Royal Affair DECEMBER 20 & 21, 2011—8 PM* Handel’s Messiah JANUARY 23, 2012—6:30 PM Soirée—Songs of Schubert and Schumann FEBRUARY 23, 2012—8 PM* Bach Family Notebook
MARCH 19, 2012—6:30 PM Soirée—In the Time of Bach: Songs for Soprano and Lute APRIL 12, 2012—8 PM Mozart’s Requiem with the Orchestra of St. Luke’s and Iván Fischer APRIL 23, 2012—8 PM* Songs and Romances: Brahms, Schubert and Schumann MAY 14–26, 2012 Patron Tour to Prague and Vienna *Subscription concerts
Photo and Cover Photo: Richard Ten Dyke
Recital KENT TRITLE ORGAN RECITAL SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2011—4 PM St. Francis Episcopal Church, Stamford, CT Kent Tritle puts on his organ shoes for a special benefit performance for Musica Sacra. This highly virtuosic program ranges from medieval fanfare to depictions of a picturesque New England to the dramatic intensity of German Romanticism. George Crumb: Pastoral Drone Larry King: Resurrection Ned Rorem: Views from the Oldest House Julius Reubke: The 94th Psalm
KENT TRITLE Photo: Jennifer Taylor
Concert RACHMANINOFF’S VESPERS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2011—8 PM The Church of St. Paul the Apostle Columbus Avenue at West 60th Street Musica Sacra Chorus | Kent Tritle, Conductor Kirsten Sollek, Contralto John Tiranno, Tenor Sergei Rachmaninoff: All-Night Vigil, Op. 37 (Vespers) The Musica Sacra Chorus performs this masterpiece as part of the New York City-wide Carnegie Hall 120th Anniversary Celebration. This performance is made possible in part by the generous support of Richard and Lois Pace. Presented in partnership with Carnegie Hall, as part of Tchaikovsky in St. Petersburg.
Gala A Royal Affair MUSIC FROM THE COURTS AND CATHEDRALS OF EUROPE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2011—6:30 PM Yale Club of New York City 50 Vanderbilt Avenue Join us in celebrating the start to the 2011-2012 concert season with an exclusive performance by members of the Musica Sacra Chorus of exquisite motets from the great musical centers of Europe by Allegri, Palestrina, Bruckner, Tallis, Guerrero, Monteverdi, Britten and more.
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LESLIE FAGAN
SASHA COOKE
CULLEN GANDY
KEVIN DEAS
“The orchestra performed beautifully throughout the evening, with transparent textures, a buoyant pulse and expressive phrasing…aptly matched by the fleet, cleanly enunciated and radiant singing of the chorus…” ~The New York Times
Photo: Richard Ten Dyke
Messiah SUBSCRIPTION CONCERT TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2011—8 PM WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2011—8 PM Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage, Carnegie Hall 57th Street at 7th Avenue Musica Sacra Chorus and Orchestra Kent Tritle, Conductor Leslie Fagan, Soprano Sasha Cooke, Mezzo-Soprano Cullen Gandy, Tenor* Kevin Deas, Bass *Carnegie Hall debut
George Frideric Handel’s most beloved work is vibrantly interpreted by Kent Tritle, rousing soloists, and the acclaimed Musica Sacra Chorus and Orchestra. Featuring the most famous Christmas anthems of all time, Messiah at Carnegie Hall is the annual tradition that makes the holiday complete.
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Soirées CULLEN GANDY
SONGS OF SCHUBERT AND SCHUMANN MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2012 COCKTAILS—6:30 PM; PERFORMANCE—7:15 PM Private Home, Fifth Avenue, New York City Rising stars Cullen Gandy, tenor, and Michael Sheetz, pianoforte, are joined by WQXR host Midge Woolsey for a playful romp through the lives of Franz Schubert and Robert Schumann.
SOIRÉE: FROM THE TIN THE TIME OF BACH:
SONGS FOR SOPRANO AND LUTE MONDAY, MARCH 19, 2012 COCKTAILS—6:30 PM; PERFORMANCE—7:15 PM Private Home, East 57th Street, New York City Soprano Jolle Greenleaf and lutist Hank Heijink perform songs from the time of Bach, combined with letters and tales from Bach’s life.
JOLLE GREENLEAF AND HANK HEIJINK
Concert
SUBSCRIPTION CONCERT
BACH FAMILY NOTEBOOK THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2012—8 PM Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall 154 West 57th Street Musica Sacra Chamber Chorus and Continuo Kent Tritle, Conductor | Arthur Fiacco, Cello Selections by Bach Family Members: Johann, Johann Sebastian, Johann Ludwig, Johann Michael and Johann Christoph Throughout his lifetime, Johann Sebastian kept a file of favorite compositions by his family members. The Musica Sacra Chamber Chorus, with instrumental continuo, performs from this elegant and varied archive in the intimate, chandeliered Weill Recital Hall. Includes Johann Sebastian: Lobet den Herrn, alle Heiden; Der Geist hilft unser Schwachheit auf; Selections from the Cello Suite ORDER TICKETS NOW! www.MusicaSacraNY.com
Requiem WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 2012—8 PM Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall Orchestra of St. Luke’s Musica Sacra Chorus Iván Fischer, Conductor The Musica Sacra Chorus is pleased to join forces with the Orchestra of St. Luke’s and conductor Iván Fischer in a performance of Mozart’s Requiem at Carnegie Hall. Mozart’s Symphony No. 34 in C Major, K. 338 is also on the program. This performance is not part of the Musica Sacra subscription series. Tickets are only available through Carnegie Hall: www.carnegiehall.org or 212.247.7800.
Don’t miss this extra chance to hear the Musica Sacra Chorus!
Recording CD RELEASE PARTY SPRING 2012—DATE TBA Kent Tritle’s Home Help us welcome the newest Musica Sacra CD to the market! Messages to Myself is a recording of music from the May 13, 2011, concert at Alice Tully Hall. The repertoire—all by living composers—features two world premiere commissions and three New York premieres by some of the most inspiring and influential musical voices of today.
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Concert ANNA SHELEST
SUBSCRIPTION CONCERT
SONGS AND ROMANCES THE ROMANCE OF BRAHMS, SCHUBERT AND SCHUMANN MONDAY, APRIL 23, 2012—8 PM This performance is made possible Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in part with generous support from The Sorel Organization 154 West 57th Street Musica Sacra Chamber Chorus and Piano Kent Tritle, Conductor Anna Shelest, Piano We return to Weill Recital Hall for an enchanting evening of rare and exquisite treasures from the Romantic era’s most iconic composers, including Brahms and his boisterous Ziguenerlieder. Sorel Competition winner Anna Shelest accompanies the choir and is highlighted in Schumann’s Piano Sonata in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 11. Johannes Brahms: Four Songs for Women’s Chorus, Two Horns and Harp, Op. 17 Ziguenerlieder, Op. 103
Franz Schubert: Songs for Male Chorus Robert Schumann: Quartets for Chorus and Piano Piano Sonata in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 11
INTERNATIONAL PATRON TOUR MAY 14–26, 2012 PRAGUE & VIENNA: MUSIC AND ART NOUVEAU
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This tour has limited capacity. Reserve early to ensure your space.
Tour
Join Kent Tritle for a summer study tour of Prague and Vienna, exploring each city’s elegant Art Nouveau style and legacy of musical excellence. In addition to walking tours, talks, museums and world-class musical performances, you’ll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Český Krumlov and be treated to a private tour of the historic Lobkowicz family palace outside of Prague.
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2011-2012 ORDER FORM
MUSICA SACRA
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Individual Ticket Cost:
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$75
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$160
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$75
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Handel’s Messiah 12/20/11*
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Handel’s Messiah 12/21/11*
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$85
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Bach Family Notebook** 2/23/12
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Songs and Romances** 4/23/12
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SPECIAL EVENTS 9/25/11—Kent Tritle Organ Recital in Stamford, CT
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10/12/11—Rachmaninoff’s Vespers 10/18/11—Opening Gala: A Royal Affair
$285 each (additional levels online)
1/23/12—Soirée: Schubert & Schumann
$200 each
3/19/12—Soirée: In the Time of Bach
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Photo: Jennifer Taylor
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THE 47TH SEASON
2011-2012
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