Pavane for a Dragonfly was first recorded here as part of a Jazz Vespers performed by the Chancel Choir of Episcopal Church of the Advent, Kennett Square, PA at the Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral in 2013. As all instruments are acoustic, the way the alto saxophonist of the late Ed Kirkpatrick soars above and fills the church is profoundly 'other worldly'. Bassist Peter Paulsen and Percussionist Glenn Ferricone added the perfect accompaniment in making this so special. It is well known that Duke Ellington and Dave Brubeck invested a great deal of energy in presenting jazz as 'sacred music' especially at the end of their lives. Just like the sacrifice of a 'Merciful Jesus' in the Pie Jesu, it is no secret that the canon of jazz is an expression of a people who were formerly enslaved in a country that professes 'that all men (and women) are created equal.' The pavane's story is too personal to get into here, but it is fair to say that the composition is based on a blues pattern of great empathy for 'an oppressed person/people'. As people of faith, my wife and I see these offerings of both classical and jazz expressions in this context.