A High, Lonesome Mass Tickets

A High, Lonesome Mass is a distinctive collaboration blending the sacred Ordinary of the Mass with Southern hymn tunes in a bluegrass idiom. Written in 2011 by Dr. Tim Sharp (ACDA executive director and former Rhodes College dean) and Nashville-based composer/publisher Wes Ramsay, this work is scored for SATB choir with a vibrant bluegrass band including fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar, bass, and drums. The piece has found homes in university and choral settings since its inception and has been performed at renowned venues, including Carnegie Hall under Tim Sharp’s conducting baton and the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.

Gold Coast Tickets is pleased to present A High, Lonesome Mass in upcoming performances. Whether you’re a long-time fan of contemporary liturgical works or a choral enthusiast seeking live arrangements that fuse tradition with bluegrass energy, this page provides biography, discography highlights, and tour information to help you secure your seats with ease.

Notable moments include a live album featuring the Mass, Forrest: Requiem for the Living – Sharp & Ramsay: Come Away to the Skies (A High Lonesome Mass) [Live], released by Mark Records in 2017. Public performances have graced stages such as Carnegie Hall (DCINY, 2015) with Tim Sharp conducting, and the Ryman Auditorium, underscoring the work’s cross-genre appeal. Expect detailed program notes, performer bios, and official social links to stay connected with the creators and the choral community.

Upcoming 2025 appearances include a Kentucky Wesleyan College engagement on February 20–21, 2025 in Brookhaven, GA, and a Fairfax Choral Society concert on October 25, 2025 at Meridian High School, Falls Church, VA. We’ve got you covered for tickets, seating options, and venue details as you plan your concert calendar.

Social media and official sites for the creators are linked below to help you follow the latest news, releases, and collaborations. Note: all external links open in a new tab.