World Premiere of "O Holy Night" arr. Motshwane Pege, performed by IOCSF at "Holidays with a Twist"

O Holy Night (2023); arr. by Motshwane Pege (b.1998)
Anna Kanter, soprano
Joel Jay Baluyot, tenor
Motshwane Pege’s reimagining of the beloved Christmas carol “O Holy Night” seeks to transport listeners to the very scene of that starry night when Jesus Christ was born. This unique rendition creates a magical, soundscape- like experience by incorporating colorful sustains and reharmonization of the familiar melody. It creates a celestial quality that enhances the well-known lyrics. Pege’s arrangement not only breathes new life into the carol but also immerses the audience in a sonic journey that aims to evoke the emotions one might have felt over two thousand years ago on that sacred night.
Performed live by IOCSF at "Holidays with a Twist" at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, San Francisco, December 2, 2023.
Zane Fiala, Artistic Director
Recording engineer: Zach Miley @zachmileyproductions

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No words, perfection!!