David Lang's interest in hymnals began during college while studying the music of Charles Ives, an American modernist composer known for incorporating folk and hymn tunes.
Composer's Artistic Vision
David Lang wrote "poor hymnal" to explore what hymns might sound like for a community focused on mutual responsibility and caring for the less fortunate.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Composer David Lang was inspired by his collection of old hymnals, viewing them as catalogs of shared community beliefs and values.
Recording & Production
This album, "poor hymnal," was recorded at Articulate Studios in Bloomsbury, NJ, over three days in December 2023.
Performer Biography
This is the ninth collaborative project between composer David Lang and The Crossing, a professional chamber choir conducted by Donald Nally.
Composition History
David Lang's "poor hymnal" was co-commissioned by The Crossing and Donald Nally, along with several individuals and the Nederlands Kamerkoor.
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