Strange Land

Commission year: 
2026
Grant recipient: 
Nightingale Vocal Ensemble

Dorchester, MA

An immersive multimedia experience based on the Book of Revelation seen through modern eyes confronting the collisions of ages-old spiritual questions with our modern technological world. The music sets modern and ancient Psalms for choir, tenor soloist, and chamber ensemble augmented with electronic sounds. Text is by poet, playwright, author, and songwriter Todd Hearon.

Recipient of the inaugural David Hoose Commission Grant in 2026.

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Premiere date: 
Wednesday, September 23, 2026