The Power of the Psalms

The Power of the Psalms by the Chœur Saint-Laurent explores the enduring influence of these timeless texts through a rich variety of musical traditions. Across cultures, languages and spiritual practices, the psalms give voice to a wide range of emotions, from contemplation and prayer to celebration, comfort and hope. The program brings together works by Canadian composers Glick and Balfour alongside music by Brahms, Bernstein, Boulanger and Bobby McFerrin, revealing the many ways composers and artists have interpreted these evocative texts.