The Oratorio Society of Virginia pairs two contrasting compositions of Latin mass in The Choral Mass: Old & New. First, Gioachino Rossini’s Petite messe solennelle, a large-scale work with “joyful flourishes
and masterful counterpoint.” Then, Arvo Pärt’s Missa syllabica, an early example of the Estonian composer’s introspective and meditative musical style. Michael Slon directs, accompanied by several guest artists, including soprano Karli Forte, mezzo-soprano Melanie Ashkar, tenor Jamison Walker, and bass Jacob Surzyn.
Friday 5/5. $10-37, 8pm. St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 401 Alderman Rd. oratoriosociety.org
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