NOMINATION: Work of the Year - Choral
Choral works are defined as accompanied or unaccompanied works for massed voices (more than 1 singer per part).
A work is defined as a single complete musical composition, or expression. This includes music with movements or sub-works (i.e. song cycles), installations, and real-time compositions (improvised music).
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Nominee
Lex Lindsey
Title of the work
Urgently and Gently
Nominator Statement
"Urgently and Gently" is a deeply moving song about connection to land and Country, created in collaboration with First Nations artists. It serves as a powerful reminder to move through the world with care, intention, and a commitment to doing good. Grounded in rich harmonies and profound storytelling, the song carries an undeniable sense of reverence and hope.
When performed by Creation Chorala queer, science-fiction-infused, climate-conscious choral collective working toward collective liberationthe piece transforms into something truly magical. The full choir breathes life into Lex Lindsays composition, weaving voices together in a way that feels both transcendent and deeply rooted. Urgently and Gently is not just a songits a call to action, a meditation, and a sonic offering to the future.
Nominee
Lex Lindsey
Title of the work
Urgently and Gently
When performed by Creation Chorala queer, science-fiction-infused, climate-conscious choral collective working toward collective liberationthe piece transforms into something truly magical. The full choir breathes life into Lex Lindsays composition, weaving voices together in a way that feels both transcendent and deeply rooted. Urgently and Gently is not just a songits a call to action, a meditation, and a sonic offering to the future.