[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Unlike many ‘traditional’ classical or church choirs, Natural Voice choirs seldom use written scores. We don‘t assume that Singers who att...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I wrote last week about how wearing masks might affect Singers and how they can overcome any obstacles. This week I want to look at the impact on choir lea...

MatchMySound has partnered with ACDA and GIA Publications to create My Choral Coach, an integrated music creation platform that provides instant feedback and guided practice for choral directors and their Singers. My Choral Coach is exclusively for Univer...  moreMatchMySound has partnered with ACDA and GIA Publications to create My Choral Coach, an integrated music creation platform that provides instant feedback and guided practice for choral directors and their Singers. My Choral Coach is exclusively for University, Community, and Faith-based choirs.  

Since a long time Rome has been host city for choirs and Singers from all over the world, who not only love sacred music but also the idea of coming together in the eternal city and center of choral music. Inspired by a vibrant atmosphere of friendship e...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   In open-access choirs (which don’t audition), you often find one or two Singers who struggle to pitch notes accurately.   photo by Jes...

Poznan Chamber Choir combines the best Polish choral traditions with passion and open attitude to art. The Ensemble is celebrated both nationally and internationally for excellent musical interpretations originating in its quest for the deepest sources of...  morePoznan Chamber Choir combines the best Polish choral traditions with passion and open attitude to art. The Ensemble is celebrated both nationally and internationally for excellent musical interpretations originating in its quest for the deepest sources of inspiration: from lyrics, through harmony, texture and form, to individual feelings of the conductor and choristers. The choir was established in 2005 by Bartosz Michałowski, a long-time assistant to Prof. Stefan Stuligrosz, founder of the famous "Poznan Nightingales" Boys´ and Men´s Choir of the Poznan Philharmonic. Conducting experience acquired during numerous concerts with the Poznan Philharmonic and Sinfonia Varsovia orchestras played a crucial role in the establishment of the young artist's own Ensemble, which soon found recognition among organizers of prominent competitions and festivals. Winner of Grand Prix Awards at major choir competitions (2006, 2007 and 2010), the Ensemble has also earned a number of special prizes...    less

"Glory to God in the Highest" at Calvary Evangelical Free Church in Rochester, MN directed by Al Reesnes

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Last week I wrote about getting feedback from Singers and choir leaders. But not all feedback is equal.   Feedback can come in many forms: speech, wr...

Photo taken during our performance at the 2014 Region 31 Convention, Target The Top Image credit: Event Photos (www.event-photos.co.uk)

#Muzaria #DarrenBartlett #DMBMUSIC BRAND NEW RECORDING & VIDEO - THANKFUL Here is our Winter-Themed video which has taken many months to put together. This song is particularly apt after everything the World has gone through over the past two years....  more#Muzaria #DarrenBartlett #DMBMUSIC BRAND NEW RECORDING & VIDEO - THANKFUL Here is our Winter-Themed video which has taken many months to put together. This song is particularly apt after everything the World has gone through over the past two years. It reminds us to cling to the positives and look for all the things to be thankful for in these difficult days. Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas from Muzaria xxx *Personal message from Darren Bartlett* With grateful thanks to all our supporters, Alvin Allison for his keyboard skills and mixing and mastering the project. Simon Wadsworth - Trumpet and all members of Muzaria for their staying power and commitment. x *Music & Lyrics David Foster, Carole Bayer Sager & Richard Page Arrangement Darren Bartlett Mixing & Mastering Alvin Allison Video Creation Darren Bartlett Scenic Footage by kind permission Matthias Groeneveld Snowflake Backgrounds Amitai Angor AA VFX ...    less