Hawaiian earth blessing. A song/ dance from the hula tradition. "Yes, we mean this, we shall take care of this land/ sacred place, and do what is right". This is from The OK Chorale's first ever public concert in Woodbridge, Suffolk, UK on 24 March 201...  moreHawaiian earth blessing. A song/ dance from the hula tradition. "Yes, we mean this, we shall take care of this land/ sacred place, and do what is right". This is from The OK Chorale's first ever public concert in Woodbridge, Suffolk, UK on 24 March 2012. Not the best of lighting! Also a bit wobbly in places as it was many of the singers' first time in front of an audience. www.chrisrowbury.com  

Now I've heard there was a secret chord That David played, and it pleased the Lord But you don't really care for music, do you? It goes like this, the fourth, the fifth The minor falls, the major lifts The baffled king composing Hallelujah Hallelu...  moreNow I've heard there was a secret chord That David played, and it pleased the Lord But you don't really care for music, do you? It goes like this, the fourth, the fifth The minor falls, the major lifts The baffled king composing Hallelujah Hallelujah, Hallelujah Hallelujah, Hallelujah  

Time Management in the Choral Rehearsal   Before Rehearsal Organize your space before the rehearsal begins. Make sure the physical organization of the space is taken care of in advance and that all materials that will be used during the rehearsa...

This sanctuary of my soul, Unwitting I keep white and whole, Unlatch'd and lit, if Thou should'st care To enter or to tarry there. With parted lips and outstretch'd hands, And list'ning ears Thy servant stands. Call Thou early, call Thou late, to...  moreThis sanctuary of my soul, Unwitting I keep white and whole, Unlatch'd and lit, if Thou should'st care To enter or to tarry there. With parted lips and outstretch'd hands, And list'ning ears Thy servant stands. Call Thou early, call Thou late, to Thy great service dedicate. My soul, keep white, and whole. (poem by Charles Hamilton Sorley) Sung at Canterbury Cathedral during our Royal School of Church Music Summer Course in 1986, under Martin How. I (David W Solomons) was one of the altos. John Huntley - a fellow alto - recorded this performance.  less

Pitchcraft sings their song "I can't Believe It's Not Rutter" to John Rutter at Waverley Care's 'Come and Sing' Day in St. Cuthbert's Church in Edinburgh. Filmed by Through The Curtain Productions, October 2017. Sincere thanks to John Rutter for havin...  morePitchcraft sings their song "I can't Believe It's Not Rutter" to John Rutter at Waverley Care's 'Come and Sing' Day in St. Cuthbert's Church in Edinburgh. Filmed by Through The Curtain Productions, October 2017. Sincere thanks to John Rutter for having Pitchcraft at his event, and for accepting the parody of his wonderful skills with real grace and good humour. Lyrics below. Composed by Andrew Russel. Score available here: https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/i-can-t-believe-it-s-not-rutter-digital-sheet-music/21779336 Hit SUBSCRIBE and the NOTIFICATION BELL to stay up to date with Pitchcraft's channel. FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/pitchcraft TWITTER: https://twitter.com/pitchcraftchoir INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/pitchcraftchoir WEBSITE: http://www.pitchcraft.co.uk  less

Bournemouth vocal ensemble La Nova Singers perform the Barcarolle, from 'The Tales of Hoffmann' by Jacques Offenbach. This video was filmed live at The Regent Centre in Christchurch during the choir's concert, 'A Sparkling Evening with La Nova Singers', ...  moreBournemouth vocal ensemble La Nova Singers perform the Barcarolle, from 'The Tales of Hoffmann' by Jacques Offenbach. This video was filmed live at The Regent Centre in Christchurch during the choir's concert, 'A Sparkling Evening with La Nova Singers', in December 2013. Conducted by Michelle Nova (http://www.lanovastudios.co.uk). Accompanied by Celia Cologne on piano. Soloists: Rachel Scivier and Alison Ogden. Video and sound by Nigel Nother. Editing and title animation by Holly Stroud (http://www.hollystroud.co.uk).  less

Chien-Kuo High School Choir was formed in 1967 and has won both Distinction and First Place awards in the provincial and national music competitions. The choir also organizes concert every June, with the students taking care of every detail, from artistic...  moreChien-Kuo High School Choir was formed in 1967 and has won both Distinction and First Place awards in the provincial and national music competitions. The choir also organizes concert every June, with the students taking care of every detail, from artistic to administrative matters, with exacting standards that exceed their real age.  

Sung at a choral course in Nottingham in 1977 Sing we and chant it While love doth grant it Not long youth lasteth And old age hasteth Now is best leisure To take our pleasure All things invite us Now to delight us Hence, care, be packing! No ...  moreSung at a choral course in Nottingham in 1977 Sing we and chant it While love doth grant it Not long youth lasteth And old age hasteth Now is best leisure To take our pleasure All things invite us Now to delight us Hence, care, be packing! No mirth be lacking! Let spare no treasure To live in pleasure  

This choir is part of Community Development by Hope Citadel Health Care and the Salvation Army Eden project in Fitton Hill Oldham. It is open to all no matter what musical background, if any you may have. We "sing for the the sheer joy of it&...  moreThis choir is part of Community Development by Hope Citadel Health Care and the Salvation Army Eden project in Fitton Hill Oldham. It is open to all no matter what musical background, if any you may have. We "sing for the the sheer joy of it" and do local concerts. Recently we have sung at a large church inter-denominational christmas gathering and the highlight of the year to sing at a wedding at the request of the Bride and Groom.  

I have dedicated this song to health care workers and other courageous COVID-19 workers around the world. THANK YOU! "Where then could pain find a hold?" is a musical plea for reconciliation addressed to those (individuals, groups, nations) who find t...  moreI have dedicated this song to health care workers and other courageous COVID-19 workers around the world. THANK YOU! "Where then could pain find a hold?" is a musical plea for reconciliation addressed to those (individuals, groups, nations) who find themselves in conflict. I would like to acknowledge pianist Fred Hersch whose magical playing of Billy Joel's "And so it goes" in the middle of an Ottawa winter inspired me to start working on this piece. I would like to thank my Ottawa singing friends in the "Ad hoc Chorale" for testing out this piece in one of our informal workshops and offering valuable comments. I would also 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 27 years. And with deepest appreciation to my brother Adam Rain and my friend Geneviève Lajoie for their invaluable support throughout my composing journey. NB: choirs interested in obtaining copies of the score can conta...    less