Illuminare
Illuminare is Elaine’s first extended work, consisting of five movements for SATB chorus and chamber orchestra. Using lesser-known sacred Latin texts, the piece takes us through a season of beauty and goodness that has been disrupted by darkness and confusion. But as Light gradually returns, hope is restored, illuminating our future and guiding us in peace.
Illuminare will be performed by consortium members throughout the 2021-22 season. It will be available for purchase in August 2022.
Duration: 24 minutes
Instrumentation:
SATB chorus, piano, strings (2.2.2.2.1), percussion (2)
optional flute, oboe, horn in F (2)
2021-22 Performances
September 11, 2021 Arlington Master Chorale
conducted by Randy Jordan, Arlington, TX
October 2, 2021 Festival Singers of Florida
conducted by Dr. Kevin Fenton, Lakeland, FL
December 4, 2021 University of Portland
conducted by Dr. David De Lyser, Portland, OR
December 11, 2021 Des Moines Choral Society
conducted by Dr. James Rodde, Des Moines, IA
February 12, 2022 newVoices Choir
conducted by Dr. Phillip Swan, Appleton, WI
March 10–11, 2022 Cherry Creek Chorale
conducted by Brian Leatherman, Cherry Hills Village, CO
March 20, 2022 Master Singers
conducted by Dr. Gary Schwartzhoff, Eau Claire, WI
April 2–3, 2022 Chorale Midwest
conducted by Dr. Bradley Barrett, Cedar Rapids, IA
April 29, 30, May 1, 2022 Two Rivers Chorale
conducted by Timothy Sawyer, St. Paul, MN
June 29–July 3, 2022 Perform International
conducted by Dr. Ryan Beeken, Tallinn, Estonia