Devised by Davóne Tines for bass-baritone and pianist, Recital No. 1: MASS transforms the Catholic Mass, placing the tradition in concert with contrasting music of faith from the Western European, African American and 21st Century traditions. A conscious articulation of Tines' artistic perspective, the programme celebrates collectivity, through the connection of diverse cultures and aesthetics.
At once deeply personal, and inherently universal, Recital No. 1: MASS cycles through ubiquitous emotional processes: Kyrie, a searing cry that yearns for the release from pain; Agnus Dei, an appeal to utilise anguish; Credo, the assertion of endemic strength of will. Gloria revels in the sensation of catharsis; Sanctus illuminates generative potential amidst destruction. The Mass concludes with Benedictus, with hope: “Where there is darkness, we’ll bring light.”