An atmospheric keyboard introduction sets the mood for this setting of lines from the book of Leviticus which comprise the central text in the whole history of our faith: “You shall be holy since I, the Lord your God, am holy…You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Aside from enhancing a Shabbat service on Parshat K'doshim, this musical setting is also appropriate for programs on the theme of brotherhood.
This unique cantata was commissioned by a wealthy Provencal family in the late 17th century to celebrate their son's circumcision. It consists of arias, dances and choruses in the French Baroque style
For SSA with keyboard.
Jane Roman Pitt has crafted a powerful and convincing statement about the central role of women in Jewish-and world-history.
A stirring piece for women's voices, this piece speaks timelessly and clearly and would be welcome in any women's chorus program, as well as for female voices in any other choral context.
