Cantate, conducted by Benjamin Rivera, presents a concert featuring American works from the 1960s to the present. The ensemble will perform local favorite Stacy Garrop’s Lo Yisa Goy, John Corigliano’s Fern Hill and Lauridsen’s Lux Aeterna. Of particular note is the performance of Ramirez’s Misa Criolla, which will be performed in Spanish with traditional South American instruments. There are two opportunities to be a part of this experience: Saturday, June 2nd, 3:00 p.m., at St. Luke Church, 1500 W Belmont in Chicago, and Sunday, June 3rd, 3:00 p.m., at St Luke’s Episcopal, 939 Hinman in Evanston. Tickets are $15 and are available on the web at www.cantatechicago.org or at the door.