Artistic Vision

Vocalise (Songs of Thirteen Moons) extends the luminous orchestral world of Song of Thirteen Moons — three movements of which have already been recorded by the Moravian Philharmonic and Janáček Philharmonic orchestras — into a new dimension. Soprano and tenor voices, interwoven with chamber choirs, the full orchestra and subtle electronics, will explore metaphysical and spiritual themes through a vocalise that moves beyond language into pure tonal expression. The result will be a cinematic, radiant, and deeply immersive concert experience — a gateway to the numinous.

The Opportunity

Peter Dickson Lopez is seeking consortium partners — orchestras, festivals, and presenting organizations committed to premiering and performing this landmark work. The commission is supported by a Barlow General Commission application (deadline: June 1, 2026, or June 1, 2027) and by PARMA Recordings, which will be available to discuss professional recording and international distribution on the Navona Records label.

What Consortium Partners Receive

● Dedicated premiere or performance window — Each partner orchestra receives an exclusive performance period for their region.
● Recording credit — Partner organizations are acknowledged on any professionally recorded and distributed album (Navona Records).
● Educational engagement opportunities — Composer residency activities, pre-concert talks, and workshop sessions available for partner institutions.
● Association with a Barlow-supported commission — One of the most prestigious commissioning programs in American concert music.
● Marketing and promotional support, including international publicity infrastructure, for interested partners — to be discussed individually with PARMA Recordings.