The Runner - Josh Rist

Performed by Anima Chamber Ensemble
Chris Maunu and Nathan Payant, co-artistic directors
Marie Mathis, piano
Music by Josh Rist
Text by Roger Weaver
"The ground fits his foot perfectly as he runs, each breath fits his lungs. The earth pushes back with its slow spin. While he crosses the golden field of barley, it seems to him his body will burst into song."

[@DeathBunnehz]

I'm singing it in my advanced chorus class and I love this song so much. Whenever we sing it and we're on point I get goosebumps on my arms and it feels like the temperature in the room drops 10 degrees. I thought it was just a me thing too but then I asked around and others have the same reaction. Love the song

[@Facilid]

CryptKeeper same 😁

[@norethmarquez8636]

It's such a powerful song, it takes energy from its surroundings.

[@wesleytwitty292]

I was lucky enough to sing this song in honor choir yesterday with Joshua Rist as our director. It was an amazing experience and Mr. Rist is a very sweet, fun, down to earth director. Definitely an experience I wont forget

[@solarpellets]

I was in honor choir again this year and got back home today. I had to come back to this. Mr. Rist is probably my favorite human being, or at least close to.

[@cassiep4974]

was lucky to sing this in a county honor choir, and am singing Here in my school choir. Both songs never fail(ed) to bring forth emotions. Beautiful music.

[@abialston8476]

My chorus teacher showed us this today and it’s the most incredible thing I’ve ever heard

[@spencerspaceboi5997]

Proud to say that I was taught by Josh Rist for three years. This man really puts his soul in every piece

[@ghoste767]

what's he like? my director knows him and was talking about getting him in for a few rehearsals to work on this song

[@spencerspaceboi5997]

@@ghoste767 he is the kindest most energetic soul I’ve ever met. He is very passionate about his craft. He is one of the best mentors I’ve ever had and we’re still in contact this day.

[@user36243]

he’s a pedo lol

[@user36243]

he’s a pedo lol

[@anm1236]

That is amazing talent that I am hearing. I have sung it and know how tricky it is, yet this is an effortless preformance

[@aellom2749]

One of my favorite pieces 😍 so beautiful

[@bobkosturko812]

Wonderful ❤

[@adamcoleklepper2207]

Really gorgeous recording. You all are an outstanding group.

[@sharky275]

Yay Mr. Sorrel!!! And yay Mrs. Bar!!!!!! ❤

[@GD-us1rk]

articulation around 2:15 is fucking awesome! !!!!

[@ghoste767]

that's the most fun part to sing in my opinion, that whole section