Program Offerings

This program offers a contemplative musical journey suitable for Lenten reflection, featuring sacred Baroque compositions from France, England, Germany, and Italy. Immerse yourself in the reverent works of Clérambault, Camprá, Charpentier, Couperin, Campion, Purcell, Kuhnel, Schütz, Frescobaldi, Monteverdi, Caldara, and Carissimi, as we explore the spiritual depth and diversity of these esteemed composers in this poignant presentation.

Explore the legacy of Henry Purcell, England's distinguished 17th-century composer, through a captivating historical journey interwoven with readings and song. This unique script sheds light on Purcell's life and the era of the English Restoration, offering insight into his multifaceted musical contributions for the court, theatre, church, and concert hall.

Our program often collaborates with local choirs, enriching the experience with choral works by Purcell and his contemporaries. Immerse yourself in the cultural tapestry of Purcell's time, and discover the enduring resonance of his music in this enlightening presentation.

This concert program seamlessly combines early English repertoire from the 16th and 17th centuries with contemporary compositions for countertenor and early instruments in the 20th and 21st centuries. Featuring works by Henry Purcell and John Blow alongside compositions by modern artists like John Gardner, Gregory Rose, Geoffrey Burgon, Peter Racine Fricker, Walter Bergman, Peter Dickinson, and Sir Michael Tippett, this program offers a captivating journey that bridges the past and present. Join us for a unique musical experience that celebrates tradition and innovation.

This program offers a captivating selection from the Odes, compositions dedicated to special occasions and individuals, by English Baroque maestros Henry Purcell and John Blow. Immerse yourself in the multifaceted and profound musical tapestry of this concert, which invites the audience to journey through the grandeur and elegance of Restoration England. The performance culminates with John Blow's "Ode on the Death of Mr. Henry Purcell," a poignant tribute featuring two countertenors (notably, Purcell himself was a countertenor), two recorders, and a basso continuo, bringing this extraordinary journey to a memorable close.

This program delves into the timeless and universal theme of love, showcasing the poetry and song of the Renaissance and Baroque eras. It invites the listener to immerse themselves in the profound emotions of love, from its mysterious beginnings to the poignant depths of pain and the ultimate fulfillment it brings.

Echoing Air presents an inspiring concert showcasing the music of late 16th to early 18th century Lutheran composers. This program vividly portrays the Lutheran ideals of forging a personal connection with God and the growing prominence of the German vernacular language in sacred music. Join us as we bring to life the works of Heinrich Schütz, Johann Hermann Schein, Dieterich Buxtehude, Vincent Lübeck, Johann Rosenmüller, Johann Fischer, and Dietrich Becker in a harmonious celebration of this rich musical tradition.

This concert showcases duets, solo songs, and chamber works by Henry Purcell and his fellow composers from the Restoration England era.

Echoing Air's Advent program weaves together verses of the Gregorian Chant "Ave Maris Stella" with Baroque compositions for voices and instruments, including diverse interpretations of the text "Paratum cor meum" ("My heart is ready"). This concert's overarching theme revolves around hope and preparation, inviting the audience to reflect on the season. The featured composers encompass Blow, Legrenzi, Schütz, Camprá, Charpentier, and Buxtehude, delivering a profound and spiritually enriching experience.

Echoing Air invites you to join us in celebrating Christmas with a harmonious blend of readings from the King James Bible and a diverse selection of music spanning from the Medieval to the Baroque periods. This festive concert encompasses chant, Medieval English carols, Renaissance polyphony, and Baroque chamber music.

Immerse yourself in the sounds of European and English composers, including Philipp Friedrich Böddecker, Dieterich Buxtehude, William Byrd, Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Tarquinio Merula, Claudio Monteverdi, Samuel Scheidt, Johann Hermann Schein, and Heinrich Schütz, as we embrace the spirit of the season in this heartwarming performance.

Drawing inspiration from the diverse life and career of Scottish countertenor and composer John Abell (1653-c.1724), Echoing Air presents a rich tapestry of sacred and secular Baroque music from Scotland, England, France, and Ireland.

In this concert, Echoing Air will explore the enduring nature of Shakespeare’s genius in word and song from the Elizabethan Age to the present. Featured selections include songs from the plays themselves, as well as popular music of Shakespeare's time referenced in his plays.

The program includes lute songs by Thomas Morley and Robert Johnson, Baroque settings by Henry Purcell and Pelham Humfrey, Classical songs by Thomas Arne, and modern settings of Shakespearean texts by Michael Tippett and John Gardner.

In this Epiphany concert, we illuminate the treasures of the German Baroque period. The program features masterpieces by Buxtehude, Böddecker, Telemann, Schein, and Hammerschmidt, offering a rich tapestry of musical delights. Among the highlights are Telemann's cantatas composed specifically for the season of Epiphany, providing an enchanting exploration of this festive and spiritually significant time of year.