Lusitano Rediscovered
The Sacred Music of Vicente Lusitano
Join GEMS’ Open Gates Project for a landmark performance celebrating the music of 16th-century Portuguese composer Vicente Lusitano (fl. mid-16th century), one of the earliest known Black composers in Europe. Long overlooked in the history of Western classical music, Lusitano’s remarkable choral music invites rediscovery and renewed appreciation. Under the direction of distinguished British conductor and leading Lusitano authority Joseph McHardy, with the creative guidance of OGP Creative Consultant Biraj Bakakarty, this program offers a rare opportunity to experience Lusitano’s music anew and place it within the rich, diverse history of Renaissance music. GEMS invites you to rediscover a composer whose place in musical history is long overdue.
Joseph McHardy ~ conductor
Biraj Barkakaty ~ OGP creative consultant
Michele Kennedy ~ soprano
Sherry Panthaki ~ soprano
Shabnam Abedi ~ soprano
Biraj Barkakaty ~ alto
Jonathan May ~ alto
Tomás Cruz ~ tenor
David Pelino ~ tenor
Neil Netherly ~ bass
Joe Chappel ~ bass
Enrico Lagasca ~ bass
Friday, January 22 at 7 pm
Followed by a reception
Saint Ignatius of Antioch Episcopal Church
264 West 87th Street between Broadway & West End Avenue, Manhattan
Tickets:
$50 ~ Premium (front section)
$30 ~ General
$15 ~ Students (ID required)
All tickets include entry to reception
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