Editor’s note: On-demand audio for this program is expected to be added Nov. 9 or soon after.
Join us for Songs of Thanks by Cantus. Through their signature narrative programming, the acclaimed Minnesota-based octet will weave together stories and songs celebrating gratitude and community. Featuring newly commissioned work from composer Stacey V. Gibbs to help build your Thanksgiving songbook.. Listen now — and then tell us why you’re thankful (using the form below) so we can include your feedback in next year’s program!
What are you thankful for?
Playlist
Shenandoah (Traditional) arranged by James Erb
For the Beauty of the Earth (Traditional) arranged by Paul John Rudoi
Sakura (Traditional Japanese) arranged by Ko Matsushita
These Are the Threads by Simon Pearson
Hej, igazítsad! by Lajos Bárdos
Blessed Are They by Stacey Gibbs (Commissioned 2026 for this special)
Ithemba Endinalo (Traditional South African) arranged by Stacey Gibbs (Commissioned 2026 for this special)
Witness (Traditional African American) arranged by Moses Hogan
This Little Light of Mine (Traditional African American) arranged by Rod Kelly Hines
Danny Boy (Traditional Irish) arranged by Jameson Marvin
Grow, Little Tree by Andrea Ramsey
Lux Aurumque by Eric Whitacre
Deep River (Traditional Spiritual) arranged by H.T. Burleigh
Do you have a special Thanksgiving memory that you hold near and dear to your heart? Let us know below how you give thanks! You might be included in next year’s program.
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Last year, Cantus joined us at YourClassical’s headquarters in St. Paul, Minn., to record two of the pieces featured on the 2025 Songs of Thanks. Enjoy the group’s performances of ‘Finlandia’ by Jean Sibelius and ‘Fiddle Tune’ by Chris Foss.
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