Missa Gaia (Earth Mass) Tickets

Missa Gaia (Earth Mass) is a landmark environmental liturgy conceived by Paul Winter, a visionary composer known for integrating sacred Gregorian chant with world music textures, jazz influences, and wildlife-inspired soundscapes. Originally released in 1982 on Living Music, the album features a collaborative spirit with Paul Winter’s long-time colleagues Paul Halley, Jim Scott, Oscar Castro-Neves, and Kim Oler. This page showcases the performer Missa Gaia, highlighting its biography, discography, and the annual Saint Francis Day performance that Echos the Earth through music.

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Upcoming tour / performance information: Saint Francis Day performances are traditionally held on the first Sunday in October at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City. The 2025 Saint Francis Day performance is scheduled for October 5, 2025, at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Date to be announced for other engagements outside NYC; we’ll update as details are confirmed. For fans of contemplative, nature-inspired music, Missa Gaia offers a distinctive, spiritually resonant experience.

• Complete discography (as performer): Missa Gaia / Earth Mass (1982, Living Music)
• Environment & style: An environmental liturgy blending Gregorian/choral textures with world music, jazz influences, and wildlife-inspired instrumental/vocal textures.
• Venues & city focus: Primarily presented in New York City for Saint Francis Day at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, with occasional theater and festival appearances around the U.S.

Social connections: official site and Bandcamp pages provide deep dives into the Missa Gaia project. Follow for updates and releases: Paul Winter Official and Miss Gaia / Earth Mass on Bandcamp.