1953) led the second half in performance of his works: the New York premiere of The Gettysburg Address and the World Premiere of his Requiem.
Mark Hayes for his Requiem & The Gettysburg Address What was said to them through music was simply “thank you for your service to our nation.” Some were young, others older, but all proud and steadfast. It was a strong reminder about what Memorial Day is really about to see the servicemen and women stand when their hymn was played. As the singers in the chorus for the second half filed onto the stage, the Patriot Brass ended their set with a medley dedicated to the Armed Forces. The chorus was very good throughout in what was a well-conceived performance.ĭuring the intermission, The Patriot Brass Ensemble entertained the audience with a steady stream of Sousa marches and patriotic tunes from the balcony.
Mezzo-soprano Holly Sorenson was sublime as she captured the essence of the hauntingly beautiful Pie Jesu. Baritone soloist Andrew Garland projected strength and confidence. His patience at the podium as he waited for the stampede of latecomers to find their seats after the Kyrie was commendable, but after almost five minutes, the Domine Jesu Christe was delivered with a boldness that was worth the wait! The Agnus Dei was delivered with tranquil beauty, and the child-like innocence of the In Paradisum, which ended in a whisper, was breathtaking. Conductor Jonathan Griffith led the large forces in a highly nuanced performance. Dies Irae), but uses Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem as a model.
This serene work is largely devoid of the fearsome elements of the requiem mass (i.e. 9 of French organist, pedagogue, and composer Maurice Duruflé (1902-1986) in the original 1947 version. With chorus members from Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Texas, Canada, and Dubai performing, there was feeling of excitement as the hall filled. On Memorial Day, May 27, 2013, Distinguished Concerts International New York (DCINY) presented a concert entitled “Requiems for the Brave”, dedicated to the men and women of our Armed Forces. Jonathan Griffith for the Durufle Requiem
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