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Albion - in Profile Magazine, Sheffield Star April 2014
There’s something deeply familiar about the music of choral group Albion, as Rob Hollingworth found out.A unique take on traditionclassicalwww.etcmag.net Twitter@etcmag_south magazine - April 2014With a repertoire consisting of new choral pieces, al...
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VokalArs
VokalArs, an all-female music group, started rehearsing at the end of 2004 with the intention of consolidating a professional chamber size choir who would offer unconventional, high artistical quality concerts. Its components are professionals, whether si... moreVokalArs, an all-female music group, started rehearsing at the end of 2004 with the intention of consolidating a professional chamber size choir who would offer unconventional, high artistical quality concerts. Its components are professionals, whether singers or related to other areas of music or those who, despite having another occupation, have a solid musical background and an extense vocal and choral experience.
The unique sonority of a female group of singers, usually a capella, has been widely explored throughout the history of music by many composers from all times, both male and female. Examples of such music can be found from the Middle Ages up to contemporary music; however it is not until Romanticism that works are composed specifically for female choirs. Thus, a particular genre is born that will keep its own entity up to the present times. This genre has been especially cultivated as of late by female artists and composers. Both aspects, that is presenting works written for female choir as well ... less
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Singing in harmony 2 – small group skills
[this is an updated version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]
Last week I wrote about some of the skills needed to be able to sing in harmony. Most of them were focused on singing in a large choir. This w...
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The Gleniffer Singers
Founded in 1967 and based in Paisley, this female choir is actively involved in concert, festival and competition work across Scotland, and further afield. The group has appeared in a wide range of prestigious venues and has performed with many other ch... moreFounded in 1967 and based in Paisley, this female choir is actively involved in concert, festival and competition work across Scotland, and further afield. The group has appeared in a wide range of prestigious venues and has performed with many other choirs and ensembles throughout the years.
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Creatus Chamber
Creátus Chamber was formed in 2016 to primarily explore Sacred Polyphony. As most of its repertoire was used in a liturgical setting, Creátus Chamber aims to share a more spiritual interpretation of the music. The group is enthusiastic about sharing reper... moreCreátus Chamber was formed in 2016 to primarily explore Sacred Polyphony. As most of its repertoire was used in a liturgical setting, Creátus Chamber aims to share a more spiritual interpretation of the music. The group is enthusiastic about sharing repertoire from the vast heritage of sacred polyphony with the Catholic Community as well as with the public.
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Hallelujah Chorus - Hollybank Trust - Huddersfield - Sat 12/5/12 - Flash mob
Huddersfield Piazza on Saturday 12/5/12 @ 11am - A group of singers from the Gledholt Male Voice Choir, Marsh Ladies Choir and other choirs from as far a field as Cheshire and Harrogate plus a few willing Hollybank trust staff surprised the onlooking sho... moreHuddersfield Piazza on Saturday 12/5/12 @ 11am - A group of singers from the Gledholt Male Voice Choir, Marsh Ladies Choir and other choirs from as far a field as Cheshire and Harrogate plus a few willing Hollybank trust staff surprised the onlooking shoppers by performing an impromptu performance of Handel's Hallelujah Chorus.
The rousing performance was part of Gledholt MVC's Gala day which included performances from Elvis, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Pipe Band and also a Zumba class. There was also a concert in Huddersfield town hall in the evening. Money collected on the day went to local charity - The Hollybank Trust - whose website can be found below...
http://www.hollybanktrust.com - aiming to provide Quality of Life, for Life...
Their facebook site can be found here -
http://www.facebook.com/#!/hollybank.trust
Also if you would like to know more and support the work the Hollybank trust do please visit the following page too -
http://www.justgiving.com/hbt/eurl.axd/cb13f6245bb56f46a... less
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Ingoma - Inspired by Ithemba Musical group
University of Pretoria Youth Choir (aged 14 - 19)
Conducted by Lhente-Mari Pitout - 17 October 2015 -
Musaion Theater, University of Pretoria
www.upyouthchoir.com