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Working with a big Choir - challenges and solutions
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]
Size is in the eye of the beholder. How ‘big’ a Choir is depends on the context of course, but working with a large group of singers in any ci...
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Chicago a cappella
Chicago a cappella is a classical vocal ensemble that moves the heart and spirit with fun, innovative concerts. Performing with an ensemble of 10 singers and no conductor, Chicago a cappella is recognized as one of the area’s most accomplished vocal ensem... moreChicago a cappella is a classical vocal ensemble that moves the heart and spirit with fun, innovative concerts. Performing with an ensemble of 10 singers and no conductor, Chicago a cappella is recognized as one of the area’s most accomplished vocal ensembles. Under the direction of artistic director John William Trotter, the group spans a repertoire from Gregorian chant to the Beatles and beyond and is known for its performances of sacred works, vocal jazz and pop, folk and international music, as well as a special focus on music written in the present generation. Since its founding in 1993, the ensemble has introduced dozens of works to Chicago audiences for the first time, including commissioned works by Chen Yi, Stacy Garrop, and Tania León.
Chicago a cappella has toured to 13 U.S. states and Mexico and has appeared on national radio broadcasts, including American Public Media’s "Performance Today." Its discography includes recordings on the Cedille, Centaur and Gothic labels, including highly-a... less
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Sunday Night Singers
The Sunday Night Singers are a group of young people who are dedicated to the proliferation of the choral arts in the young and old alike. The Sunday Night Singers rehearse with the goal of performing the highest quality music possible and bringing it to ... moreThe Sunday Night Singers are a group of young people who are dedicated to the proliferation of the choral arts in the young and old alike. The Sunday Night Singers rehearse with the goal of performing the highest quality music possible and bringing it to the community.
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The Kinge's Quire
The Kinge's Quire was formed in 2008 to sing music from the Renaissance, as well as modern anthems and motets in the English choral tradition. The group is dedicated to offering opportunity for young singers to sing advanced choral literature.
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Music Niagara Festival 21st Season
Music Niagara Festival launches its 21st season with 29 concerts in four weeks spanning from July 14th to August 11th.
This seasons line up celebrates and presents a wide range of genres that span the musical spectrum—Chamber mus...
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Winter Dream | The Girl Choir of South Florida
"Winter Dream" by James Dejardins.
Recorded live on December 15, 2013, at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Primes Choir and Apprentice Choir ensembles of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Assistant... more"Winter Dream" by James Dejardins.
Recorded live on December 15, 2013, at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Primes Choir and Apprentice Choir ensembles of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Assistant Director: Jorge Valls, Accompanist: Gayle Giese, Violin: Allen Giese.
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ANCHORUS
Anchorus Polyphonic Choir, was assembled by experienced chorists in February 2017. Their initial vision was to be a Turkish Choir which is capable of making world class polyphonic music in Turkey and performing on international stages around the world.
... moreAnchorus Polyphonic Choir, was assembled by experienced chorists in February 2017. Their initial vision was to be a Turkish Choir which is capable of making world class polyphonic music in Turkey and performing on international stages around the world.
The Choir performed onstage for the first time on 12th August 2017, in the city of Batumi in Georgia. This concert was organized under the auspices of the Turkish consulate general in Batumi, in the concert hall of the Zakaria Paliashvili Music School. A selection of modern polyphonic songs from various cultures were performed and the performance received great praise from the audience. Then the Choir respectively appeared in front of audiences in Ankara, Kastamonu and Adana, followeed by their participation in Turkey Choirs Festival in June. Then in August, Anchorus participated in the competition episode of the “Orhid Choir Festival” which was held in the town of Orhid in Macedonia.
Anchorus has occasionally experienced sharing the stage with other Choirs as... less