Missa Brevis

Every life is important. Every child is important. This Missa Brevis is for all people, both young and old, who are experiencing hurt and searching for relief. Our actions have the ability to transform the world and make a difference in the lives around us. May we comfort through our music, all those experiencing pain and loss.  This five-movement work can be performed with piano accompaniment only or with string quartet, piano, oboe, percussion, and handbells. Although the work is listed as SSA(A), the multi-divisi are in singable ostinato-type patterns, making the composition accessible for developing voices.