[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From The Front of The Choir]   It’s a Dark January evening, cold and rainy, and we’re snuggled up in The warm eating our supper.     Choir starts in half an ho...

Kikimasu, directed by Carmen So, performs "I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas" by John Rox, arranged by Jill Galina. Featuring Celtara, and Erin Craig (piano). Recorded at at "Snow in a Dark Night," Dec. 21, 2013 at McDougall Church, Edmonton, Alberta. F...  moreKikimasu, directed by Carmen So, performs "I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas" by John Rox, arranged by Jill Galina. Featuring Celtara, and Erin Craig (piano). Recorded at at "Snow in a Dark Night," Dec. 21, 2013 at McDougall Church, Edmonton, Alberta. For more information on The Kokopelli Choir Association, visit http://kokopellichoirs.com.  

THAT CHOIR REMEMBERS conducted by Craig Pike featuring The Toronto premiere of Dark Night of The Soul by Ola Gjeilo with string quartet and piano Sunday, November 10 2013 - 8pm Metropolitan United Church Toronto, ON Tickets available at: www.t...

Trio Canig is a musical trio comprised of tenors Dafydd and Geraint and baritone Merfyn – three close friends from The beautiful Island of Ynys Môn/Anglesey. After singing togeTher in various choirs, They came to realise that Their voices blended effor...  moreTrio Canig is a musical trio comprised of tenors Dafydd and Geraint and baritone Merfyn – three close friends from The beautiful Island of Ynys Môn/Anglesey. After singing togeTher in various choirs, They came to realise that Their voices blended effortlessly, creating an exclusive sound and experience. They have now, in an understated way, established Themselves as a much sought after ensemble with followers all over The world. They’ve travelled extensively, performing at weddings, corporate events and concerts in venues as far afield as Rome, Los Angeles and Saudi Arabia, but They’re more than happy to perform closer to home ! The trio creates The perfect atmosphere for your special occasion, be it a wedding, corporate drinks reception or dinner. Their wide ranging repertoire includes well known classical, folk, ballads and contemporary songs. They’re also willing to learn new songs if you have a particular favourite – and language is no barrier. The list already includes Welsh, English, Italian, L...    less

Innismara, meaning “Island in The sea” in Irish Gaelic, is an autonomous vocal chamber ensemble that fills a gap in The rich tapestry of choral music in Newfoundland and Labrador. Comprised of professionally trained musicians, Innismara is dedicated to th...  moreInnismara, meaning “Island in The sea” in Irish Gaelic, is an autonomous vocal chamber ensemble that fills a gap in The rich tapestry of choral music in Newfoundland and Labrador. Comprised of professionally trained musicians, Innismara is dedicated to The performance of The intimate and hidden treasures of The vocal ensemble repertoire. Innismara made its debut in The summer of 2010 at Muses and Minstrels: A Festival of Early Performing Arts held in conjunction with The Cupids 400 celebrations. In collaboration with The Hot Earth Ensemble, Innismara performed music from The late Renaissance and early Baroque, highlights of which were recorded for national broadcast on CBC Radio. The success of These performances led to an invitation to participate in a series of workshops and performances in The Labrador Inuit communities of Nunatsiavut in The spring of 2011. The entire exchange project was recorded by film-maker Nigel Markham and CBC radio producer Francesca Swann for a documentary film on The choral tra...    less

Collegium Ancora was founded in 2016 by Vince Edwards and Matt Hall, to diversify The musical offerings available to audiences and communities in Rhode Island and souTheastern New England. They soon found a community of singers who are equally passionate ...  moreCollegium Ancora was founded in 2016 by Vince Edwards and Matt Hall, to diversify The musical offerings available to audiences and communities in Rhode Island and souTheastern New England. They soon found a community of singers who are equally passionate about The energy and intimacy of chamber choral music performed at a high caliber. Although we perform throughout Rhode Island and beyond, we are delighted to be ensemble-in-residence at Grace Church Providence, which generously provides rehearsal and performance space, and serves as our fiscal sponsor.  less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From The Front of The Choir]   You can tell winter is on its way because it’s Dark and cold when I set off for choir each week.   photo by Todd Shaffer   It w...

"alcune immagini del nostro primo servizio fotografico nell'autunno 2009... un pò Dark a dire il vero... In breve abbiamo preferito i glitter e le paillettes, ma ci è tornato utile, almeno, per commentare questa "fantasmagorica" storia, tradotta in musica...  more"alcune immagini del nostro primo servizio fotografico nell'autunno 2009... un pò Dark a dire il vero... In breve abbiamo preferito i glitter e le paillettes, ma ci è tornato utile, almeno, per commentare questa "fantasmagorica" storia, tradotta in musica da Kate Bush" WuThering Heights - Kate Bush Arr. Stefano Benini Foto: Leonardo Neri I Cherries on a Swing Set sono su Facebook!  

16th C hymn to The Virgin Mary, patroness of The Island. Effectively The Corsican national anThem. "God save The Queen". This is from The OK Chorale's second public concert in March 2013 at St. Mary's Church, Woodbridge, Suffolk, UK.

Innismara, meaning "Island in The sea" in Irish Gaelic, is an autonomous vocal chamber ensemble that fills a gap in The rich tapestry of choral music in Newfoundland and Labrador. Comprised of professionally trained musicians, Innismara is dedicated to th...  moreInnismara, meaning "Island in The sea" in Irish Gaelic, is an autonomous vocal chamber ensemble that fills a gap in The rich tapestry of choral music in Newfoundland and Labrador. Comprised of professionally trained musicians, Innismara is dedicated to The performance of The intimate and hidden treasures of The vocal ensemble repertoire. Well-known for specializing in sacred and secular music of The Renaissance and Baroque eras, Innismara also enjoys experimenting with contemporary, pop, jazz and spiritual arrangements as well as exploring The rich folk music of Newfoundland and Labrador.  less