Sharon R. Wolfe

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O Magnum Mysterium

Yesterday was 1-yr anniversary of death of my dear friend, Stacy Bernoski. I'd just posted pic of him (Ellis Diva) when his mom called. Guess my radar's still working. Yes, we continue to mourn his premature passing, but this is not sad post, but instead celebration of who/what came before, making us what we are today. In love, we carry on. (expired link). = Brian Hall, Matt Cox, Sharon Wolfe, Dave Wallington & Billy Atwell. Sorry 'bout low-fi; origin stories are oft that way.

In about 24 hours, I will be another year older, putting me in one of those magnificent, mystical yet melacholy moods where I cannot help but ponder the mysteries of existence, for which "O Magnum Mysterium" is the ultimate background (or foreground, depending on personal preference) soundtrack to. Recorded live in the round one holiday season, 'neath a wondrous vaulted ceiling painted with twinkling stars,inside a glorious house of worship when I was in CSUEB's Oratorio Society, before we became the Singing Society and prior to my promotion to the university's East Bay Singers chamber chorus. Yes, we were still a bit raw, section-wise in places, and the mix distorts a wee bit during the higher passages, but the wonder present in this shared musical moment was moving & palpable for all involved. You may have already heard it; if so, my apologies, but this song has grown on me over the years, and this particular arrangement by composer, Morten Lauridsen, is amongst my favorites. Hope you enjoy hearing it as much as we did performing it!

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Before I Forget, vocals/lyrics by Sharon R. Wolfe, w/Lino S. Ochoa, backing vocals & Gregg Leatherman, production, guitar, backing vocals. Photo: Uncle Mykie Sez by Sharon R. Wolfe