Gloriæ Dei Cantores, an internationally acclaimed choir of over forty voices, ranging in age from 17-70 and directed by Elizabeth C. Patterson, is dedicated to preserving and authentically interpreting great choral music from the eleventh to the twenty-first centuries. Founded in 1988, Gloriæ Dei Cantores has touched the hearts of audiences in twenty-three countries in Europe, Asia and North America. They sing in eighteen languages and have a discography of over forty recordings.

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Gabriel V, a brass quintet of unusual virtuosity and sensitivity, has performed extensively across the United States and Europe. Their repertoire is broad, spanning works of the Venetian School to newly commissioned works as well as such audience favorites as elegant jazz and holiday fare. In addition, they present workshops for young people that encourage the study of brass technique as well as highlighting the vast repertoire for brass groups. They have collaborated with Gloriæ Dei Cantores in concert as well as in many recordings.

The instrumentalists on Be Merry! are all part of Gloriæ Dei Artes Foundation, dedicated to the pursuit of beauty and truth in celebration of the Arts. Gabriel V Brass Quintet, Extol Handbell Choir, as well as the organists, percussionists, and flute players share a commitment to excellence through detailed preparation. In particular, youth enrichment is an important part of the mission of Gloriæ Dei Artes.