Experience the New York premiere of a powerful and groundbreaking merging of music, visual art, dance, movement, and spoken word, anchored by the visionary music of Carnegie Hall’s 2024–2025 Debs Composer’s Chair Gabriela Ortiz, co-commissioned by Carnegie Hall. Inspired by James Drake’s epic drawing of the same title, Can We Know the Sound of Forgiveness features The Crossing—“America’s most astonishing choir”—led by Donald Nally; text by bestselling author Benjamin Alire Sáenz; a performance by flutist Alejandro Escuer; and collaborators who include local military veterans with choreographer Harrison Guy, curator Leila Hamidi, and director of photography Adam Holender. Through a journey from violence and conflict to healing and forgiveness, this unique production, directed by Steve Jiménez, seeks to encourage hope in divisive times.

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Can We Know the Sound of Forgiveness

Carnegie Hall

Join us for a transformative musical experience at Caramoor with the FREE event "FARMING" on Sunday, July 9, 2023, at 4:00pm. This compelling new work by Ted Hearne, performed by the acclaimed choir The Crossing and directed by Ashley Tata, delves into the impact of settler colonialism on contemporary labor practices, from technology to agriculture. Drawing texts from figures such as William Penn and Jeff Bezos, "FARMING" is scored for 24 vocalists accompanied by guitars, percussion, and electronics, showcasing Hearne’s unique blend of eclecticism, rhythmic drive, and explosive energy.

Due to weather conditions, the performance has been moved to the fully covered Venetian Theater, ensuring a comfortable viewing experience without the need for personal seating. This NY premiere features a large cultivated field setting, promising an immediate and virtuosic presentation.

Before the performance, at 3:00pm, attendees have the unique opportunity to join a conversation with Ted Hearne, Donald Nally, and Ashley Tata, offering deeper insights into the creation and themes of "FARMING."

Transportation is made easy with the FREE shuttle service from Metro North’s Katonah train station to Caramoor, running before and after the concert, ensuring a hassle-free visit to this must-see event.

Don't miss this chance to experience "America’s most astonishing choir" The Crossing, under the leadership of Donald Nally, in a performance that combines new music with a strong social conscience and fearless technique. This event is not only a premiere but a profound exploration of music's power to address critical societal issues.

For more information on health and safety policies to ensure an enjoyable visit for all, please check the Caramoor website.

Farming

Venetian Theater at Caramoor

The World Premiere of unEarth, a multimedia event by Julia Wolfe that, in the composer’s words, “digs deep into the stories and science of our planet — looking at forced migrations, adaptations, species land loss, and changing seas … singing our fears and hoping for a way forward.” Opening the program is Sibelius’s Violin Concerto, with NY Phil Concertmaster Frank Huang as soloist.

Julia Wolfe’s unEarth

Lincoln Center

A champion of new music, The Crossing is committed to commissioning works that expand and reinvent the choral compositional practices of today. Having premiered pieces by many of today’s leading composers, The Crossing will broaden audience’s expectations and ignite new curiosities in this concert of choral works.

The Crossing

David Rubenstein Forum at the University of Chicago

Prepare to be transported by The Crossing, a trailblazing and Grammy award-winning chamber choir helmed by the visionary Donald Nally. Pushing the boundaries of choral music, The Crossing presents a dynamic fusion of new compositions that delve into pressing social, environmental, and political issues. With an impressive repertoire boasting nearly 170 commissioned premieres, their performances offer a captivating journey through the evolution of choral expression.

Donald Nally

Events

Upcoming events

Feb 4, 2025

The Crossing · McCarter Theatre Center

Past events

Oct 18, 2024

Can We Know the Sound of Forgiveness · Carnegie Hall

Jul 9, 2023

Farming · Caramoor

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