For Over 45 years. He has been conducting choirs for over 40 years in mostly liturgical settings. But he has also conducted opera choruses performing standard oratorio repertory in addition to the debuts of his own oratorios for 20 years. During this time, he has prolific liturgical composer, writing music sacred anthems and arrangements in addition to sacred oratorios. Apart from his liturgical composing, he has composed an opera, and a number of chamber works. Below is a list of some of his works and where you can purchase or rent the parts. Many of these have been recorded and others have URLs of live performances.
JOSEPH Piano/Vocal Score of an Oratorio by Dan Montez. This Choral Work is for full Chorus (SATB) and Soloists (Soprano, Mezzo, Tenor, and Bass). Orchestra Parts and Full Conductor Score is available. The oratorio is based on the Old Testament character of Joseph. The oratorio includes the major narrative including Joseph being sold into Egypt by his brothers, his service to Potiphar, his imprisonment, the interpretation of dreams, saving Egypt from famine, becoming powerful, and finally saving his family (all of Israel) and bringing them to Egypt. There are twenty-one pieces in the work. Total time to perform is about one hour and ten minutes.
ESTHER Piano/Vocal Score of an Oratorio by Dan Montez. This Choral Work is for full Chorus (SATB) and Soloists (SATB, the soprano singing the part of Esther). Orchestra Parts and Full Conductor Score is available. The oratorio is based on the Old Testament character of Esther. The oratorio includes the major narrative, including the spiritual moments found in the Septuagint translation of scripture. These include the Prayer of Esther and Mordecai, the courage of Esther and her heroism in saving the Jewish people from annihilation. There are twenty-one pieces in the work. Total time to perform is about one hour and five minutes
JOB Piano/Vocal Score of an Oratorio by Dan Montez. This Choral Work is for full Chorus (SATB) and Soloists (SATB, the tenor singing the part of Daniel). Orchestra Parts and Full Conductor Score is available. The oratorio is based on the Old Testament prophet and book of Job. The oratorio includes the major moments of the story and doctrine. The work includes the main narratives including the early discussions of God with Satan and Job’s suffering. Then the work moves on to the opinions of Job’s friends with his responses until Job is vindicated and blessed. There are twenty-one pieces in the work. Total time to perform is about one hour and 25 minutes.
JOB Piano/Vocal Score of an Oratorio by Dan Montez. This Choral Work is for full Chorus (SATB) and Soloists (SATB, the tenor singing the part of Daniel). Orchestra Parts and Full Conductor Score is available. The oratorio is based on the Old Testament prophet and book of Job. The oratorio includes the major moments of the story and doctrine. The work includes the main narratives including the early discussions of God with Satan and Job’s suffering. Then the work moves on to the opinions of Job’s friends with his responses until Job is vindicated and blessed. There are twenty-one pieces in the work. Total time to perform is about one hour and 25 minutes.
JONAH Piano/Vocal Score of an Oratorio by Dan Montez. This Choral Work is for full Chorus (SATB) and Soloists (SATB, the tenor singing the part of Jonah). Orchestra Parts and Full Conductor Score is available. The oratorio is based on the biblical book of Jonah and includes references from Nahum, Pslams and other texts. The oratorio includes the major moments of the narrative, including the early the wickedness of Nineveh, Jonah’s call, his escape, and the important lessons he learns regarding mercy and forgiveness. There are twenty pieces in the work, including an overture. Total time to perform is about one hour.
JOB Piano/Vocal Score of an Oratorio by Dan Montez. This Choral Work is for full Chorus (SATB) and Soloists (SATB, the tenor singing the part of Daniel). Orchestra Parts and Full Conductor Score is available. The oratorio is based on the Old Testament prophet and book of Job. The oratorio includes the major moments of the story and doctrine. The work includes the main narratives including the early discussions of God with Satan and Job’s suffering. Then the work moves on to the opinions of Job’s friends with his responses until Job is vindicated and blessed. There are twenty-one pieces in the work. Total time to perform is about one hour and 25 minutes.
DAVID Piano/Vocal Score of an Oratorio by Dan Montez. This Choral Work is for full Chorus (SATB) and Soloists (SATB, the tenor singing the part of David). Orchestra Parts and Full Conductor Score is available. The oratorio is based on the Old Testament character of King David The oratorio includes the major narratives and doctrine, including the stories of David and Goliath, David's dealings with Saul and Jonathan, David and Bathsheba along with his suffering, repentance, and forgiveness. There are twenty-one pieces in the work. Total time to perform is about one hour and 10 minutes.
IN BOCCA AL LUPO After composing many oratorios, Dan Montez composed his first comedy opera, a hilarious comedy based on a buffoon who tries to run an opera company. "In bocca al lupo" is how opera singers wish each other good luck before a show, just as theater performers use the term "break a leg." The opera is composed for five leading characters and a full chorus. Roles include a buffo bass/baritone, a soprano, a tenor, and a coloratura mezzo, with a final tenor as secondary lead. Scenes include: The Auditions, The Office, The Coaching, The Staging, The Fundraiser, The Stage, and The Opera. "In bocca al lupo" is in English, but opera company is attempting to produce and Italian opera. 300 pages. Two Acts, and two hours to perform.
Red Sea Trio
Composed by Dan Montez (b. 1962)
for Violin, Clarinet, and Piano 13:00
I.Innocence
II.Ordeal
III.Renewal
Commissioned. Live Performance of the Premiere.
Saturday, December 7th 2019, 3:00pm Mount Kisco, New York
Based on the famous Mosaic account, but from the perspective of the sea and its marine life.
Performers: Kessa Mefford, Piano; Laura Pereira del Rio, Violin: and Michelle Hromin, Clarinet
Special Thanks for editing and recording by Dennis Dougherty and Hartshorn Classical.
Composed by Dan Montez (b. 1962)
for Violin, Clarinet, and Piano 13:00
I.Innocence
II.Ordeal
III.Renewal
Commissioned. Live Performance of the Premiere.
Saturday, December 7th 2019, 3:00pm Mount Kisco, New York
Based on the famous Mosaic account, but from the perspective of the sea and its marine life.
Performers: Kessa Mefford, Piano; Laura Pereira del Rio, Violin: and Michelle Hromin, Clarinet
Special Thanks for editing and recording by Dennis Dougherty and Hartshorn Classical.
Many more chamber and liturgical works will be added soon. Keep an eye on this page.
