Elem Eley, the baritone on this album, has performed in leading New York City venues and with orchestras and opera companies across the United States and Europe.
Recording & Production
The recording sessions took place in August and September 2016 at Bristol Chapel, Westminster Choir College of Rider University, and in July and October 2016 at Nassau Presbyterian Church.
Composition History
Dvořák's songs on this album, written in 1894 while he lived in New York, are presented in a premiere recording of their English version.
Performer Biography
J. Donald Dumpson, who arranged the Gospel songs, specializes in music from the African diaspora and is accomplished as a conductor, pianist, arranger, and composer.
Album & Artwork
The album title, "Forever Sing," reflects the primacy of singing and the idea that words to and from God are not bound by time.
Performer Biography
JJ Penna, the pianist, has performed in recital with notable singers such as Kathleen Battle, Denyce Graves, and Andreas Scholl.
Album & Artwork
The album features seventeen settings from Psalms for voice and piano, four for voice and organ, and three songs from the Gospel tradition.
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