To open its 2025–2026 season, the St. Lawrence Choir invites you on a musical journey devoted to sacred music, a blend of reflection, solace, and consolation, from the mystery of Advent to the radiance of eternity.

The program will be led by four emerging guest conductors — Johanna Schreibweis, Jeffrey Chan, Haodong Ma, and Kody Pisney — who will showcase sacred works of profound beauty, spanning centuries and choral traditions from Europe and beyond.

The first half evokes the fervor of expectation and the tenderness of the Nativity through sacred pieces by Mendelssohn, Rachmaninoff, Mahler, and Villette, weaving together lyricism, contemplation, and brilliance.

The second half continues this spiritual journey of reflection, comfort, and sacred polyphony, featuring works by Schütz, Palestrina, and Howells — a testament to the richness and depth of sacred music across the ages.

A moment of solace to welcome the Advent season.