(Photo by Firedog) On Oct. 26, The Sixteen will make its Miller debut. The program, which will be performed at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, will showcase works by William Byrd and Arvo Pärt. Both composers are celebrated masters of sacred music, despite facing considerable persecution for their work. The program includes the eight-voice motet “Ad Dominum cum tribularer, {…}
The Sixteen and the Genesis Foundation have announced the 22 young artists who will join Genesis Sixteen’s 14th cohort this autumn. The program hosts 18-23-year-old singers to nurture the next generation of ensemble singers. The cohort will culminate their training with a showcase performance at Sounds Sublime Festival, taking place on July 13. Other highlights of Sounds Sublime include a {…}
On Nov. 7, the White Light Festival in Lincoln Center will present the U.S. premieres of James MacMillan’s widely acclaimed “Stabat Mater” and “Miserere” as part of the 10th anniversary of the festival. Harry Christophers, music director and founder of The Sixteen choir, will lead both works alongside the Britten Sinfonia ensemble. It’s a big year for Christophers, who is celebrating the {…}