Light a candle, say a prayer, and let's remember those who have gone before us. We're called to rise from the good we've failed to do. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God rest in Peace. Amen. #AllSoulsDay, #Remembe...  moreLight a candle, say a prayer, and let's remember those who have gone before us. We're called to rise from the good we've failed to do. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God rest in Peace. Amen. #AllSoulsDay, #Rememberance, #Grief, #Hope, #Faith, and #Music. #canzona #viral #fyp  

I want to begin by saying that I struggle to write up-tempo music. As a composer, I tend to lean toward and connect to slow and emotional pieces. I have always been someone who strives to convey emotional complexity, therefore writing an up-tempo piece ha...  moreI want to begin by saying that I struggle to write up-tempo music. As a composer, I tend to lean toward and connect to slow and emotional pieces. I have always been someone who strives to convey emotional complexity, therefore writing an up-tempo piece had to be purposeful and meaningful. The inspiration for this score comes from the first time I was able to hear my son's heartbeat during an ultrasound. It was a magical and exciting moment that I will never forget; however, leading up to that specific moment there was an element of tension. Six months prior to hearing my son's heartbeat, my wife and I found ourselves in a very different situation with the outcome of an ultrasound. We arrived at the hospital excited to meet our child, only to discover we had silently miscarried. I had never felt so deflated and aimless in one sudden moment. It was as if I was a boat, drifting, with no direction in my life. Fast forward to this ultrasound with our soon-to-be son. You can imagine the excitement and fear we bo...    less

CES is a renowned SATB chamber ensemble celebrating the choral music of North American and women composers.

From our August 11, 2013, concert, "From Darkness Into Light"

Closer: What I Want Directed by Todd Krier Choreographer: Shawn Eck Soloist: Amanda Romero

From Acappellago's December 2011 concert. Northern Hemisphere premiere of: "If Christ had been Born in Another Time" by Matthew Orlovich

Recorded on 25. 06. 2016. at the Night of the Museums in the Budapest History Museum.

Recorded on 03. 22. 2015 in the Museum Kiscell