The Betrayal by Jonny Priano

This is the University of South Dakota Chamber Singers, under the direction of Dr. David Holdhusen, performing The Betrayal by Jonny Priano. This performance features Taite Heinz as the soloist. The Betrayal is a choral setting of Judas's struggle with his decision to betray Jesus. The piece utilizes the chorus to depict Judas being possessed and as the crowd urging him on. The work ends with Judas's realization of what he has done. Video images by Paul Ebsen.