Words and Music by Dan Smith Arranged by Jacob Narverud Published by Shawnee Press Performed in Lethbridge Mennonite Church, April 13, 2015

In 1987, composer Michael McGlynn founded the Choir in Dublin, Ireland, after many years of searching for a physical voice for his compositions, many of which are influenced by the history and mythology of his homeland. ANÚNA, is a unique and beautiful...  moreIn 1987, composer Michael McGlynn founded the Choir in Dublin, Ireland, after many years of searching for a physical voice for his compositions, many of which are influenced by the history and mythology of his homeland. ANÚNA, is a unique and beautiful instrument that explores the stories of ordinary people, saints and scholars Within the songs are universal stories that are told through the landscape, the philosophy and the mythology of Ireland and beyond. Anúna created the vocal ambience of Riverdance (1994-1996), achieved a Top 10 placing on the U.K. Singles Charts while remaining at Number 1 on the Irish singles charts for eighteen weeks. In 2012 they appeared as the "Voices of Hell"on the video game Diablo 3 [Blizzard] gaining a Game Audio Network Guild nomination for the Best Original Choral performance in February 2013. While curating the Meltdown Festival at London's South Bank, Elvis Costello invited Anúna to perform as featured guests and in 2011 they featured on DVD ...    less

The Chamber Singers of the Girl Choir of South Florida perform "Wassailin'" by Clifton Noble, Jr., live during the 2010 Winter Concert "Timbrel and Harp" on December 11, 2010, at Second Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Associate Director: ...  moreThe Chamber Singers of the Girl Choir of South Florida perform "Wassailin'" by Clifton Noble, Jr., live during the 2010 Winter Concert "Timbrel and Harp" on December 11, 2010, at Second Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Associate Director: Wallis Peterson.  

"Jól" by Mist Þorkelsdóttir. Text by Sigurbjörn Einarsson. Recorded live on December 7, 2014, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Chamber Singers ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: W...  more"Jól" by Mist Þorkelsdóttir. Text by Sigurbjörn Einarsson. Recorded live on December 7, 2014, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Chamber Singers ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: Wallis Peterson. "Jól" (Yule) is an Icelandic carol depicting the Christmas Eve Nativity scene and wishing endless blessings for the mother Mary. The poem was written by Sigurbjörn Einarsson, former Bishop of Iceland, and grandfather of the composer, Mist Þorkelsdóttir.  less

2012十週年音樂會 高雄市文化中心至德堂 2012-11-16 指揮: 朱如鳳 伴奏: 許溎芳 詞：以賽亞書九章6節 曲：George Frideric Handel韓德爾 巴洛克時期偉大的作曲家韓德爾（George Frederic Handel, 1685-1759），出生於德國，1712年赴英國發展，以歌劇創作佔有一席之地，然而1730年代歌劇熱潮漸衰，韓德爾遭逢劇院破產，加上身體中風、精神喪亂的危機，在他人生谷底，收到好友詹寧斯（Charles Jennens）寄來神劇《彌...  more2012十週年音樂會 高雄市文化中心至德堂 2012-11-16 指揮: 朱如鳳 伴奏: 許溎芳 詞：以賽亞書九章6節 曲：George Frideric Handel韓德爾 巴洛克時期偉大的作曲家韓德爾（George Frederic Handel, 1685-1759），出生於德國，1712年赴英國發展，以歌劇創作佔有一席之地，然而1730年代歌劇熱潮漸衰，韓德爾遭逢劇院破產，加上身體中風、精神喪亂的危機，在他人生谷底，收到好友詹寧斯（Charles Jennens）寄來神劇《彌賽亞》文本，深受感動，遂在1741年完成了這部長達兩個半小時的巨作，首演大獲成功，也挽救了他的事業。 「彌賽亞」的意思是「救世主」，歌詞依聖經經文寫成，全劇以簡樸流暢的旋律、雄偉的氣勢、華麗的技巧、明亮的和聲交織而成，將人聲與器樂發展到極致，〈因有一嬰孩為我們而生〉是其中最具聖誕節慶氣氛的一首合唱曲，歌詞取自以賽亞書九章6節，四個聲部如爭豔般展現花腔技巧，四個重複段落層層堆疊，表現世人迎接救主降生的喜樂。 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government shall be upon his shoulder; and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, the Mighty God, the everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace. 因有一嬰孩為我們而生 有一子賜給我們 政權必擔在他的肩頭上 他名稱為 奇妙、策士、全能的上帝 永在的父、和平的君  less

Music has always been a highly appreciated tradition at St. Benedict’s College. One could trace back choral singing at St. Benedict’s to the early years of the 20th.Century when La Sallian Christian brother expatriates from Europe inculcated in the local ...  moreMusic has always been a highly appreciated tradition at St. Benedict’s College. One could trace back choral singing at St. Benedict’s to the early years of the 20th.Century when La Sallian Christian brother expatriates from Europe inculcated in the local staff and student bodies , an appreciation of choral singing. They brought to our school the rich traditions of classical music that prevailed in Europe, at the time. By and by , they were ably assisted by highly interested and committed lay trainers cum teachers who went on to train prize winning Choirs that stood out among schools and also were in great demand for national events. The history of the Benedictine Choirs would not be complete without reference to the great English musician Rev.Bro. Hugh Farrington , ably assisted by Bonnie Fonseka. They established the reputation of Benedictine Choirs. Bonnie, who was the Master in charge of Music in addition to being in charge of the Commercial Studies section , was able to form and maintain a Choir of over s...    less

Sing from the Heart Choir & group singing workshop courses in the Limousin region of France (located in the Creuse 23460) Have fun, meet new people in a relaxed, welcoming, supportive environment & Sing from the Heart. ...  moreSing from the Heart Choir & group singing workshop courses in the Limousin region of France (located in the Creuse 23460) Have fun, meet new people in a relaxed, welcoming, supportive environment & Sing from the Heart. Learn good vocal technique & popular music repertoire (from pop & rock through to folk & show-tunes & everything in between!). ALL abilities welcome. In recent workshops we have sung songs by The Beatles, Pharrell Williams, Tracy Chapman, The Housemartins and Carole King - to name but a few... We run several courses throughout the year as well as group singing workshop holidays and retreats in France. Details of our upcoming upcoming group singing workshop below: Starting 25 April 2015: The 8 week course will include 2 informal performance nights at De Tout Coeur Limousin - in front of a supportive, friendly audience of invited friends and family where you can show off your newly ...    less