“Ubi caritas” is among the very oldest of Christian hymns, dating at least to the Middle Ages and perhaps even before the Church had arrived at the traditional form of the Mass. It recalls Jesus’ words, “Where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them,” and it remains a frequent part of Maundy Thursday services. Gjeilo originally created this setting for a capella chorus after hearing a performance of Maurice Durufle’s setting of the same text. He later created a recording, adding his own piano improvisations.  In this performance, we have asked our accompanist, Brett Carson, to create a true improvisational element.