Proseuche is the Biblical Greek word for “Prayer,” as used in the Lord's Prayer in the Synoptic Gospel of Matthew. Written largely as an incantation or meditation, the pitch content for Proseuche is entirely based off of the Lord's Prayer, as found in this Gospel, without the added doxology. The text was translated into a cryptogram, and then organized without repetition. Each petition of the prayer is marked by a motive, whose cryptogram reads “Father Son Holy Spirit.” This motive can suggest the sign of the cross; in some instances, its downward trajectory can also suggest the motion of kneeling. Some rhythms have also been created through translating corresponding parts of the prayer into morse code; this method was only used when describing the will of God, and forgiveness – something that, perhaps, can be viewed as synonymous in this context. This is to say, God wills to forgive those who ask for forgiveness.

Proseuche was commissioned by Chrissy Johnson (née Shattuck).

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