New England Symphonic Ensemble plays Rutter, Bernstein, Copland

The New England Symphonic Ensemble presents John Rutter’s Gloria, conducted by Lynn Brinckmeyer, and Leonard Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms, led by Rick Hoffenberg. The program includes the world premiere of Inscriptions by Christian Guebert, conducted by the composer. The concert also features Concordia Sinfonietta, Concordia Wind Orchestra, and Concordia Concert Handbells ensembles from Irvine, California, under the direction of Jeff Held.

JOHN RUTTER Gloria
Lynn Brinckmeyer, Conductor

BERNSTEIN Chichester Psalms
Zabriel Rivers, Countertenor
Rick Hoffenberg, Conductor

Participating Choruses:
Brinckmeyer Alumni Choir, United States (Lynn Brinckmeyer, Director)
Marywood University Concert Choir, Scranton, PA (Rick Hoffenberg, Director)

​Ensemble Spotlight Series: Concordia University Irvine

CHRISTIAN GUEBERT Inscriptions (World Premiere)
Christian Guebert, Conductor

Participating Ensembles:
Concordia Sinfonietta and Concordia Brass, Irvine, CA (Jeff Held, Director)
Concordia Concert Handbells, Irvine, CA (Erik Der, Director)
Concordia Choir and Inscriptions Master Chorale, Irvine, CA (Michael Busch, Director)​

AARON COPLAND Fanfare for the Common Man
AARON COPLAND Old American Songs: Simple Gifts
AARON COPLAND Old American Songs: Ching-a-ring Chaw
ALEX GUEBERT Let Us Cross Over (Transeamus)
AARON COPLAND The Promise of Living
DAN FORREST My Country Tis of Thee
PETER WILHOUSKY The Battle Hymn of the Republic
Jeff Held, Conductor
Michael Busch, Conductor
Erik Der, Conductor