Luminosity explores light in its many forms—celestial, spiritual, and deeply human. Spanning nearly nine centuries, this program journeys from the mystical visions of Hildegard von Bingen and the meditative stillness of Arvo Pärt to contemporary reflections on dawn, hope, and transcendence by Joanna Marsh and James MacMillan. At its heart are James Whitbourn's luminous meditation Luminosity and the world premiere of Richard Einhorn's The Radiant Ground, commissioned by Musica Viva NY for choir, four trombones, and taiko drums. Together, these works invite us to experience light as a source of wonder, renewal, and connection.

Taiko drummers – Yodan Uchi

Arvo Pärt – Spiegel im Spiegel

Hildegard von Bingen – O choruscans lux

James Whitbourn – Luminosity

James MacMillan – The Strathclyde Motets: O Radiant Dawn

Joanna Marsh – The Hidden Light

Richard Einhorn – The Radiant Ground (MVNY commission) - world premiere

Performers

Musica Viva NY choir

Alejandro Hernandez-Valdez, Artistic Director, conductor and piano

Trent Johnson, organ

Soh Daiko, taiko drummers

Sathvi Ramaseshan, viola