Diablo Choral Artists present "For the Beauty of the Earth", A Spring concert inspired by nature

Presented by Diablo Choral Artists

For the Beauty of the Earth, A Spring Concert presented by Diablo Choral Artists on Saturday, May 16 in Pleasant Hill

Join Diablo Choral Artists for our Spring Concert celebrating the beauty of the natural world and our deep, enduring connection to it. Featuring works by Purcell, Mendelssohn, Rutter, Lauridsen, Gjeilo, and more, these selections trace a path across centuries reflecting quiet contemplation and joyful gratitude. 

Bruce Lengacher, Artistic Director & Conductor; Tekina Piutau, Piano.

Your ticket includes entry to DCA’s post-performance reception, featuring light refreshments and a chance to connect with the artists.

Program Items

Jean Berger (1909-2002) Harvesters Song
Jacques Arcadelt (1507-1568) Il Bianco e Dolce Cigno
Jake Runestad (b. 1986) The Peace of Wild Things
Lajos Bárdos (1899-1986) Érik A Som
John Clements (1910-1986) Flower of Beauty
Ēriks Ešenvalds (b. 1977) In my Little Picture Frame
arr. Roy Ringwald (1910-1995) Deep River
Williametta Spencer (b.1927) Give me the Splendid, Silent Sun
Henry Purcell (1659-1695) In These Delightful Pleasant Groves
Javier Busto (b. 1949) Esta Tierra
Eric William Barnum (b.1979) Afternoon on a Hill
arr. Neil Ginsberg (b.1969) Gartan Mother’s Lullaby
Oja Gjeilo (b.1978) Northern Lights
Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847) Frülingslied
Morten Lauridsen (b.1943) Dirait-on
John Rutter (b.1945) For the Beauty of the Earth

Performers

Bruce Lengacher Artistic Director, Conductor
Tekina Piutau Collaborative Piano, Accompanist

Hillcrest Congregational Church

Hillcrest Congregational Church

404 Gregory Lane
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
United States