Recordings - Music of Composer - Michael John Trotta

Recordings
The recordings of composer Michael John Trotta have been recognized by Gramophone for its “appealing melodic lines, tender harmonies and a palette of glowing vocal and instrumental colors.” Seven Last Words is considered by Choral Scholar to “informs the thoughts and aspirations of the people and the time.” Veni, Veni, Emmanuel was heralded by the Choral Journal for its ability to effectively carry out that dialogue between the [music] and the modern listener.”

Fueled by a passion to share new music that engages conductors, ensembles, and audiences alike, Michael John Trotta (b.1978) is fast becoming one of the most “exciting and prominent new composers of choral music.” Drawing on his experience as a conductor and clinician, he brings artistry and excellence within reach for thousands of musicians each year.

From Carnegie Hall to classrooms all over the world, Trotta’s unique blend of engaging and artistic music creates opportunities to experience new music and empowers individuals to realize their artistic potential. His engaging style fuses tradition and innovation to create moments of beauty that “effectively carry out a dialogue between the [music] and the modern listener.” (Choral Journal)

Magnificat CD

Magnificat CD is a new 40-minute work for choir, soprano and bass soli, and orchestra delivers a rich tapestry portraying anticipation of the wonder. A strong sense of architecture guides the listener through the three contrasting movements, full of triumphant drama. Trotta’s work is a rare example of music that is both grounded in tradition and appealing to the modern listener.

Gloria CD

A new work for choir, brass, organ, and percussion, Michael John Trotta’s Gloria delivers a tapestry of melodic richness. A strong sense of architecture guides the listener through the three contrasting movements, full of triumphant drama. Trotta’s work is a rare example of music that is both grounded in tradition and appealing to the modern listener.

For A Breath of Ecstasy (CD)

For a Breath of Ecstasy is a work for Choir, Oboe, and Strings in 7 movements. It was commissioned by NSU Choir to commemorate the work of Sara Teasdale.

Seven Last Words CD

Trotta’s Seven Last Words is a multi-movement work (approximately 40 minutes) scored for Sop and Bar soloists, SATB Choir and small orchestra. It will receive its Carnegie Hall debut in May of 2017 under the baton of the composer. A project commissioned by the Presbyterian Music Association, the work promises to be a landmark of the genre, as very few American composers have composed a Seven Last Words.

Totus Tuus (CD)

Totus Tuus (CD) is the new 6-track EP from New York City-based composer Michael John Trotta. Following his debut album, which was hailed as “elegant, singable music with strong spiritual heft”, Michael John Trotta returns with Totus Tuus, a superbly crafted intimate a cappella works performed by The New York Repertory Singers, conducted by the composer, and The Singers conducted by Matthew Culloton.