We are thrilled to once again open our season in the magical Church of St. Seraphim, an ideal venue for Renaissance polyphony. Our first dive will be into the waters of William Byrd’s sacred music, a deep pool indeed. We will feature Latin-texted works from the two volumes of Cantiones Sacrae (1589 &1591) and the monumental Gradualia (1605 & 1607). A special feature of our presentation will be a Mass for the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in which we will feature both motets and movements from Byrd’s three mass settings. We’ll also sing songs and motets in English, including the fabulous and justly famous Sing Joyfully. Come help us celebrate the opening of our season!
Virtual BachTalk: Deep Dives Listen to Sonoma Bach’s Music Director, Bob Worth, in an insightful BachTalk as he delves into our upcoming season, Deep Dives. Bob will take us on a journey through the rich and intricate works featured in this season’s performances, offering a closer look at the music, composers, and historical context.
