The Lost Birds: An Extinction Elegy: Vocal Score

The Lost Birds: An Extinction Elegy - Vocal Score by Christopher Tin is a SATB divisi choral score created in collaboration with Voces8 and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. This moving contemporary choral work serves as a musical memorial to bird species driven to extinction by humankind, blending expressive poetry with richly textured vocal writing for choirs, conductors, and concert performance.

Written for SATB divisi choir, this vocal score presents the complete work for rehearsal, study, and performance preparation. Inspired by themes of remembrance, hope, renewal, and humanity's relationship with the natural world, it offers a compelling addition to contemporary concert and festival repertoire while preserving the emotional power of Christopher Tin's acclaimed composition.

Christopher Tin's evocative composition combines lyrical melodies with rich choral textures that invite singers and conductors to explore both musical expression and thoughtful storytelling. Inspired by poetry and the disappearance of once-abundant bird species, the work offers a powerful artistic experience centered on memory, nature, and conservation while preparing a compelling concert performance. Its emotional depth and carefully crafted musical language have made it a distinctive addition to contemporary choral repertoire.

Song List
Bird Raptures * Flocks A Mile Wide * A Hundred Thousand Birds * In the End * Intermezzo * There Will Come Soft Rains * Thus In The Winter

Whether selected for concert performance, festival programming, score study, or as a thoughtful gift for choir members, conductors, composers, and choral music enthusiasts, this official vocal score provides a beautifully presented edition of Christopher Tin's acclaimed work. It is an inspiring resource for exploring one of today's notable contemporary choral compositions while preserving its artistic and emotional message.