Eric Whitacres dedication to the beauty of sound, paired with exquisite texts, results in a poetic combination that creates a unique sonic experience. These works are existential choral moments, beautifully crafted, and harmonised to express a compressed moment in time. Such sublime sonorities transcend descriptions such as warm, glistening or shimmering, although these features of his choral works do suggest affinities with the sound worlds of Arvo Prt or John Tavener, for instance. However, Whitacres fluid lines and blossoming harmonies give his music its own highly personal and irresistible magic.
Her sacred spirit soars
A Boy and a Girl
Water Night
This Marriage
Lux aurumque
Praise for the Elora Festival Singers; "The only fully professional church choir in Canada, and, clearly, an energetic and inspiring team." BBC Music Magazine
Little Tree
Leslie DeAth (piano)
When David Heard
Leonardo dreams of his flying machine
Carol Bauman (percussion)
I thank You God for most this amazing day
Sleep
Little Birds
Leslie DeAth (piano)