African Sanctus” by composer and collector of world music David Fanshawe is a piece that has received international acclaim. It is a celebratory and visionary work, expressing unity between people, their faiths and above all, their music. African Sanctus is an unorthodox setting of the Latin Mass harmonized with traditional African music recorded by the composer on his now legendary journeys up the River Nile (1969-73). The taped music from Egypt, Sudan, Uganda and Kenya is heard in counterpoint with the live chorus, soprano soloist and instrumental ensemble. The work is composed of 13 movements and reflects geographically the composer’s cross-shaped pilgrimage, from the Mediterranean to Lake Victoria, whereby Kyrie represents Cairo and Sanctus Northern Uganda. This wonderful work juxtaposes multimedia, ethnic instruments, and choral singing united for a message of love and peace.

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Choir

Le Choeur de l'USJ

Orchestra

The World Percussion Ensemble:

Nacho Arimany

Arturo Stable

Mathias Künzli

CREDITS

Lisa Mostin | Soprano

Vartan Agopian | Piano

Raffi Mandalian | Guitar

Makram Aboul Hosn | Bass

Christelle Njeim | Timpani