Under the direction of Artistic Director Christopher Gabbitas, the Grammy Award-winning Phoenix Chorale is regarded as one of the finest choral ensembles of the Western classical tradition in North America. Founded in 1958 the Phoenix Chorale’s mission is...  moreUnder the direction of Artistic Director Christopher Gabbitas, the Grammy Award-winning Phoenix Chorale is regarded as one of the finest choral ensembles of the Western classical tradition in North America. Founded in 1958 the Phoenix Chorale’s mission is focused on building a vibrant community through song and enriching lives through choral artistry. Every one of its outstanding artists lives in Arizona, many of whom direct music activities in Phoenix metro-area schools, community colleges, and teach voice lessons. The Chorale performs to thousands of individuals each Season through concerts and outreach events across the Phoenix metro-area. The Chorale’s digital audience has reached millions through broadcasts, performance videos, and via albums on streaming services, like Spotify. Visit phoenixchorale.org to learn more information about the Chorale and upcoming performances.  less

Christmas carol for soloists, mixed choir and orchestra.

Original Song - Bachir Nadir

Lord of all hopefulness, Lord of all joy, whose trust ever child like, no cares could destroy, be there at out waking, and give us we pray, your bliss in our hearts Lord, at the break of the day, Lord of all eagerness, Lord of all faith, whose str...  moreLord of all hopefulness, Lord of all joy, whose trust ever child like, no cares could destroy, be there at out waking, and give us we pray, your bliss in our hearts Lord, at the break of the day, Lord of all eagerness, Lord of all faith, whose strong hands were skilled at, the plane and the lathe, be there at our labors, and give us we pray, your strength in our hearts Lord, at the noon of the day, Lord of all kindliness, Lord of all grace, your hands swift to welcome, your arms to embrace, be there at our homing, and give us we pray, your love in our hearts Lord, at the eve of the day.  less

Te Deum Chamber choir www.-te-deum.org Live Performance, April 12, 2014 Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Kansas City, MO

Coro Cervantes is a unique chamber choir founded by Carlos Aransay. Through its performances and recordings it aims to bring the music of Iberia and Latin America to audiences everywhere. UK performances include the Wigmore Hall, St. Johns, Smith Square...  moreCoro Cervantes is a unique chamber choir founded by Carlos Aransay. Through its performances and recordings it aims to bring the music of Iberia and Latin America to audiences everywhere. UK performances include the Wigmore Hall, St. Johns, Smith Square and the Queen Elizabeth Hall, London. Tours abroad include Russia, Mexico, Spain and The Netherlands. for our highly acclaimed CD's visit http://www.corocervantesshop.com  

The Larkin Singers, a 16-voice chamber choir, has quickly established itself as one of the finest examples of Canada's strong choral heritage, dedicating itself primarily to renaissance and baroque repertoire. Founded in 2008 under the direction of Matthe...  moreThe Larkin Singers, a 16-voice chamber choir, has quickly established itself as one of the finest examples of Canada's strong choral heritage, dedicating itself primarily to renaissance and baroque repertoire. Founded in 2008 under the direction of Matthew Larkin, the choir is formed of professional choral scholars from the Toronto area. The Larkin Singers has had successful tours to Bristol, UK as resident choir at Bristol Cathedral and to New York City. They have also presented concerts in Ottawa, London and Kingston. In 2008, The Larkin Singers released its first recording, "A New Work is Come on Hand" featuring music of the Christmas season by Bach, R.V. Williams, Howells, Ord and others. Now in its fourth season, The Larkin Singers presents a 3 concert subscription series; outreach and collaborative performances throughout Ontario. This year Larkin Singers introduces 'Conversations', post-concert chats at the Fox and Fiddle (kiddy corner to our concert venue) giving audience...    less

Coro Encanto is the children choir of Coral Santiago Apostol, based in Casarrubuelos, Madrid, Spain. It was founded in September 2011. It is composed of 35 boys and girls. Like CSA, Mariano Garcia is their founder and conductor

The choir of Somerville College, Oxford Robert Pecksmith (organ) David Crown (conductor) Washington National Cathedral, 1 July 2014 Website: http://www.somervillechoir.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/somervillechoir Organist: http://www.ro...  moreThe choir of Somerville College, Oxford Robert Pecksmith (organ) David Crown (conductor) Washington National Cathedral, 1 July 2014 Website: http://www.somervillechoir.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/somervillechoir Organist: http://www.robert-smith.org.uk Conductor: http://www.david-crown.com  

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the choir] There are plenty of studies now about the many benefits of singing together. But they only look at the experience of the singers in a choir.   I&rsqu...