"Christopher Lowrey has put together something extraordinary...the journey through the life of Christ told in six centuries of music, so many surprising juxtapositions...and it just makes perfect sense. The performances are superb...a beautiful recording and joy to listen to, the sound lovely, warm, and resonant."

- BBC Record Review

World-Class Music
HOMETOWN PRIDE

A chamber choir described by the BBC as "something extraordinary", ENSEMBLE ALTERA in its short history has already been identified as "a leading ensemble on the American choral scene" (Scherzo Magazine). Led by internationally celebrated countertenor Christopher Lowrey, the group has quickly become known for thoughtful programming, passionate performances, and tireless advocacy for the importance of ensemble singing in the broader music culture.

LEARN MORE

2025 Season
UPCOMING EVENTS

In his New York debut, Raphaël Pichon conducts the US premiere of Mein Traum (My Dream), a visionary new project “a vast Romantic fresco, embracing works that range from the Unfinished Symphony and assorted Schubert vocal numbers to arias and choruses by Weber and Schumann” (Grammaphone). Dramatic songs by Franz Schubert, Robert Schumann, and Carl Maria von Weber (including arrangements and orchestrations by Liszt and Brahms) are transfixingly brought together by Orchestra of St. Luke’s; renowned baritone Christian Gerhaher, “the finest and most fascinating lieder singer working today,” according to Gramophone; and “consummately expressive” soprano Ying Fang (Financial Times). With accompaniment by the luminous chamber choir Ensemble Altera led by internationally celebrated countertenor Christopher Lowrey. Join them on a “rollercoaster ride through the underworld” (BBC Music Magazine) that has audiences rediscovering and reconsidering these classic works. 