Praetorius & Schütz: Chorale Concertos

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The German chorale concerto emerged around 1600 as a response to the new Italian concertato style, uniting Lutheran hymnody with modern sonority and spatial writing. In works by Michael Praetorius, Heinrich Schütz, and their contemporaries, familiar chorale melodies are expanded through dialogue between voices and instruments, often conceived for multiple choirs and resonant church acoustics. Cornetti and trombones reinforce and color the vocal lines, blurring the boundary between congregational song and ceremonial music. In keeping with the original function of this repertoire, the audience will be invited to join in singing several of the traditional chorales, reconnecting performance and communal devotion.

One uninterrupted hour of music in a beautiful historic space, followed by a complimentary reception with the artists. You’ll be warmly welcomed. No prior knowledge of the music is necessary.

General admission seating · Accessible entrance on Francis Street · Street parking available

General admission: $40 Students: $20

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Performers

Andrea Zomorodian and Maren Hrivnak soprano Doug Dodson and Michael Skarke alto Micah Perry and Michaël Hudetz tenor Peter Schoellkopff and Jason Rober bass

Katharina Haun and Roman Golovanov cornetto Henry van Engen and BJ Hernandez sackbut Sydney zumMallen violone Daniel Swenberg theorbo Brad Bennight organ and harpsichord

Mario Aschauer artistic director