Sweeping and cinematic in scope, this multi-movement work serves as both a tribute to the birds that once filled our skies and a warning about our own tenuous existence on the planet. The compositional

Doreen Rao's newly adapted and edited concert version of Bernstein's epic theater work maintains the integrity of the Mass form and the dramatic tension between faith and doubt.  This 40-minute

This four movement "Missa Brevis" (Kyrie, Sanctus, Gloria and Agnus Dei) is full of multicultural influences with deep roots in the dance. Drawing from Bulgarian rhythm and melodic contour, Turkish finger

Expanding on the Mass, this major work incorporates a mixed choir, a treble choir, and a gospel quartet along with the bluegrass band accompaniment. With tongue planted in cheek, the Angels are in the

The solemnity of the classical Mass joins together with the down-home sparkle of bluegrass to create a work that is unique in scope and a beautiful union of seemingly disparate musical traditions. Listeners