An exploration of light in its many forms, this program features the world premiere of The Radiant, the newest Musica Viva NY commission from Richard Einhorn. Einhorn daringly combines choir with the athleticism and brilliance of Japanese taiko drum ensemble. Hear James Whitbourn’s Luminosity alongside choral masterworks by James MacMillan, Eric Whitacre, Arvo Pärt as choir, organ, viola soloist, trombones, tanpura, and taiko drums are woven together into a program of shimmering color and radiant power. 

James MacMillan — The Strathclyde Motets: O Radiant Dawn

Eric Whitacre – Lux Aurumque

Arvo Pärt – Annum per Annum

James Whitbourn – Luminosity

Pärt – Spiegel im Spiegel

Morten Lauridsen — O Nata Lux

Richard Einhorn – The Radiant (MVNY commission)