Composed in 1910 in thanksgiving for the safe recovery of the Vicar of Leeds of the Day from serious and potential life-threatening illness, 'If the Lord had not helped me' is of Bairstow's earliest masterpieces. The warmth of expression at the words 'Thy...  this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">moreOne;">Composed in 1910 in thanksgiving for the safe recovery of the Vicar of Leeds of the Day from serious and potential life-threatening illness, 'If the Lord had not helped me' is of Bairstow's earliest masterpieces. The warmth of expression at the words 'Thy mercy, O Lord, held me up' achieves a consummate beauty so characteristic of Bairstow at his most deeply felt. A richly-scored bass solo is a notable characteristic of the work, and the grandeur of the choral writing gives more than a hint of the terrific Easter-tide Anthem 'Sing ye to the Lord, for He hath triumphed gloriously' that was the next year to follow from the composer's pen. this performance was recorded in Leeds Minster on SunDay 28th April 2013 during the recital of 'Music with Minster connections' sung by St Peter's Singers of Leeds, directed by Dr Simon Lindley. The organist is David Houlder and the bass soloist is Quentin Brown. Leeds Minster, formerly Leeds Parish Church, has a long and distinguished musical history. The list of organist...    this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">less

Dedicated to my dear cousins Gigi and Raven. Since first singing the medieval song "All and Some" in the mid 1990s, I fell in love with the Middle English and Latin lyrics, and One Day I got inspired to create my own setting of this poetic gem. NB: ...  this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">moreOne;">Dedicated to my dear cousins Gigi and Raven. Since first singing the medieval song "All and Some" in the mid 1990s, I fell in love with the Middle English and Latin lyrics, and One Day I got inspired to create my own setting of this poetic gem. NB: choirs interested in obtaining copies of the score can contact The Leading Note at info@leadingnote.com. I would Like to acknowledge the a cappella choir that I sing in, The Stairwell Carollers, and our director Pierre Massie, for their musical inspiration these past 25 years. And with deepest appreciation to my brother Adam Rain and my friend Geneviève Lajoie for their invaluable support throughout my composing journey.  this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">less

Sung by us at a singing course in Nottingham in 1977 Fair daffodils, we weep to see You haste away so soon; As yet the early-rising sun Has not attain'd his noon. Stay, stay until the hasting Day Has run but to the evensong, And, having pray'd to...  this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">moreOne;">Sung by us at a singing course in Nottingham in 1977 Fair daffodils, we weep to see You haste away so soon; As yet the early-rising sun Has not attain'd his noon. Stay, stay until the hasting Day Has run but to the evensong, And, having pray'd together, we Will go with you along. We have short time to stay, as you, We have as short a spring; As quick a growth to meet decay, As you, or anything. We die, as your hours do, and dry away, Like to the summer's rain, Or as the pearls of morning's dew, Ne'er to be found again.  this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">less

Recorded at the Bentall Centre, Kingston, Surrey on 14th February 2015 as part of Love Kingston Day. Love Kingston is supporting five local community projects committed to ‘pathways out of poverty’ and building a Legacy Fund for the future. Please give...  this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">moreOne;">Recorded at the Bentall Centre, Kingston, Surrey on 14th February 2015 as part of Love Kingston Day. Love Kingston is supporting five local community projects committed to ‘pathways out of poverty’ and building a Legacy Fund for the future. Please give generously to this worthy cause by visiting our fundraising page http://uk.virginmOneygiving.com/northkingstonchoir To find out more about our informal non audition choir check out our website http://www.northkingstonchoir.org.uk  

With the Night (3 Canadian Nocturnes, movement II) text: Archibald Lampman music: Nathaniel Barnes singer: Matthew Curtis O doubts, dull passions, and base fears, That harassed and oppressed the Day, Ye poor remorses and vain tears, That shook ...  this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">moreOne;">With the Night (3 Canadian Nocturnes, movement II) text: Archibald Lampman music: Nathaniel Barnes singer: Matthew Curtis O doubts, dull passions, and base fears, That harassed and oppressed the Day, Ye poor remorses and vain tears, That shook this house of clay: All heaven to the western bars Is glittering with the darker dawn; Here with the earth, the night, the stars, Ye have no place: begOne! http://www.choirplace.com/profile/Nathaniel Matthew Curtis https://choraltracks.com/  

Gresley Male Voice Choir at the Great Unitarian Meeting House, Hinckley 6/9/2014 singing "Arise O Sun"

The time is nigh, the long awaited Day is here. The earth awaits the manifestation of the children of God. Let us therefore begin this glorious new year with a prayer bearing in mind that no matter how busy our modern lives are, God’s voice can still cu...  this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">moreOne;">The time is nigh, the long awaited Day is here. The earth awaits the manifestation of the children of God. Let us therefore begin this glorious new year with a prayer bearing in mind that no matter how busy our modern lives are, God’s voice can still cut through and speak to us in a calm and tranquil way. Golden voices Choir STACC FUTO presents…. The Prayer by Ikhuoma Daniel Extracts from the last edition of the Golden Voices Choir FUTO CANZONA titled "In Praise of God's Goodness". Conducted by Nweke Gabriel C. (C.M and Music director 2019/2020 Academic Session) Female Soloist: Adiele Vivian (Soprano) Male Soloist: Anoruo Sanctus (Tenor) #Canzona12 All rights reserved. Happy New Year EveryOne  this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">less

Footage of D Day set against Lest We Forget being sung by the Avon and Somerset Constabulary Male Voice Choir.

Choirs R Us performing at their Christmas Concert 2012 on 8 December. Choir Director: Jenny Bennett. Keyboardist: Adam Day.

The Kenyan Boys Choir, while in Ottawa performing at We Day 2015, stopped by a local Farm Boy and dressed as customers and employees, broke into spontaneous song to the delight of the shoppers. Gusto TV was there to capture it all on film. Farm Boy f...  this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">moreOne;">The Kenyan Boys Choir, while in Ottawa performing at We Day 2015, stopped by a local Farm Boy and dressed as customers and employees, broke into spontaneous song to the delight of the shoppers. Gusto TV was there to capture it all on film. Farm Boy fresh food store served up a signing surprise for their customers when Kenyan Boys Choir staged an impromptu chorus of song in their food aisles. Join the conversation: #KBCdelight #SetTheMusicFree @farmboy @boyschoirkenya @gustotv The song in the clip is called "Wan E Pap." It was composed and arranged by Fredrick Masambaya - Production Manager at Kenyan Boys Choir. The song depicts our musical prowess and artistry. In the song we boast of being professionals in music and dance. the lyrics to the song are: Yawa mayo mayo wololo Maieyerere. An awero awero thum. Mayo, maiyerere maiyerere eeh. An awero awero thum Wan e pap ka. Winj wer wan e pap ka winj wer ero. Thum room pacha thum emamora amielamiela amielamiela, Adundo chunya gore...    this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='nOne';">less