STABAT MATER: Reflections on Mary

Join us for a deeply moving evening of sacred music that explores the themes of suffering, compassion, and devotion. "Stabat Mater: Reflections on Mary" features a stunning lineup of performers, including soprano Mithuna Sivaraman, mezzo-soprano Olivia Grugan, and pianist Christopher Bradshaw, as they present a program inspired by the revered figure of the Virgin Mary.

The centerpiece of the concert is Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater, a heart-wrenching 18th-century masterpiece that depicts Mary's sorrow as she stands by the cross of her son, Jesus. The poignant beauty of this baroque work will be complemented by other works that resonate with similar themes of grief and divine grace.

The program also includes selections by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and Randall Thompson, all offering reflections on faith, sacrifice, and transcendence.

With exquisite vocal performances, powerful piano accompaniment, and a deeply contemplative atmosphere, this concert invites you to reflect on the sorrow and hope that define the human experience through the lens of Mary’s enduring compassion.

A night of music that will touch the heart and stir the soul, Stabat Mater: Reflections on Mary offers a unique opportunity to explore the emotional depths of classical sacred music.