Carnegie Hall:
The World Premiere of Dear Earth
Join conductor Katherine Chan and composer Santiago Veros to give your choir the honor of debuting a major new work on the world’s most iconic stage.
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A season your colleagues will talk about
In 2027, a new choral program will be presented at Carnegie Hall, bringing together three large-scale works that form a single narrative arc. Rather than a themed concert, this project functions as a triptych: three independent works that speak to one another.
The program addresses systemic inheritance, personal loss, and planetary responsibility without ideology or accusation. It invites listening, reflection, and shared experience across perspectives.
Many directors want to refresh their season with something bold, meaningful, and achievable. This residency is designed for that exact moment: an experience that energizes your singers, fills your audience with emotion, and gives your program a story worth sharing.
A guided path to the stage
We handle the logistics so you can focus on the music. Here is how you get from reading this page to bowing at Carnegie Hall.
Start the conversation
Click the button below to open a pre-filled email draft. Send it to receive the full brochure, participation pricing, and timeline.
Secure your spot
Review the residency details with your organization and officially register your ensemble. Registration deadline: July 1, 2026.
Take the stage
Rehearse the triptych at home, travel to New York City for the residency, and perform the world premiere at Carnegie Hall.
Three works. One story. One unforgettable night.
A clean arc you can program with confidence: systemic inheritance, personal loss, and a final premiere that asks us to protect our shared home. Preview the music here.
The Last March of Destiny
I Will Dream With You
Dear Earth
Led by artists who care about the music, the singers, and the audience.
Produced by MidAmerica Productions, with Katherine Chan conducting and Santiago Veros composing, featuring lyrics by Anthony Silvestri.
Katherine Chan
Conductor
Director of Choral Activities at Northeastern University and a conductor known for her infectious energy on the podium. Katherine brings a dynamic approach that balances technical precision with deep emotional connection, ensuring your singers feel supported and inspired from the first rehearsal to the final performance.
Santiago Veros
Composer
An Argentine choral composer whose works are performed worldwide. Santiago creates music that unites people through shared human experiences, exploring themes of social awareness and resilience. For this residency, he has crafted a triptych that offers your choir a meaningful narrative arc rather than just a collection of songs.
Anthony Silvestri
Poet
The preeminent choral lyricist of our time. A historian and poet known for his legendary collaborations with Eric Whitacre and Ola Gjeilo, Anthony specializes in creating texts that resonate deeply with singers. His words provide the intellectual and spiritual foundation for this program.
MidAmerica Productions
Producer
The foremost independent producer of choral concerts at Carnegie Hall. With over 40 years of experience and 1,500 concerts produced on this iconic stage, MAP manages every logistical detail. They ensure your ensemble’s residency is seamless, professional, and truly unforgettable.
Quick answers
If you need exact requirements for your ensemble, the fastest path is the email button above.
Who should this be for?
Directors who want a fresh, high-impact season moment: emotionally direct music, a clear narrative arc, and a marquee stage that makes the program feel significant.
Is Dear Earth finished yet?
The world premiere is in March 2027. A preview is available above, and details on materials and timeline are provided upon request.
How do we register?
Participation is coordinated through MidAmerica. Use the “Request information” button to send a single email to MidAmerica and Santiago.
Can we preview the music before registering?
Yes. The three videos above let you hear the full arc of the program on this page, before you email for details.