Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 7:30 pm
Christ Church Cathedral
Joe Miller conductor
Laura Strickling soprano
Victor Cardamone tenor
Dashon Burton bass-baritone
Vocal Arts Ensemble Joe Miller, director
Michael Chertock piano
Christina Haan piano
Michael Unger harmonium
Gioachino Rossini (1792–1868)
Petite messe solennelle (“Little Solemn Mass”)
Kyrie
Gloria
Gratias
Domine Deus
Qui Tollis
Quoniam
Cum Sancto Spiritu
Credo
Crucifixus
Et Resurrexit
Preludio Religioso
Sanctus
O Salutaris
Agnus Dei
There will be no intermission at tonight's concert.
The 2026 Festival Director Julia Bullock is sponsored by A Friend of the May Festival.
The 2026 May Festival is presented by Fort Washington Investment Advisors.
The 2026 May Festival is sponsored by Chavez Properties.
Music Director Joe Miller sponsored by John & Susan Tew in honor of Susan Tew

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2026 May Festival Program Book
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