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Polyphony
Polyphony was formed by Stephen Layton in 1986 for a concert in King’s College Chapel, Cambridge. Since then the Choir has performed and recorded regularly to great critical acclaim throughout the world. Recent reviews declare Polyphony ‘one of the best s... morePolyphony was formed by Stephen Layton in 1986 for a concert in King’s College Chapel, Cambridge. Since then the Choir has performed and recorded regularly to great critical acclaim throughout the world. Recent reviews declare Polyphony ‘one of the best small Choirs now before the public’ (Telegraph) and ‘possibly the best small professional chorus in the world’ (Encore Magazine, USA). In a new poll by Gramophone Magazine they were named as one of the world’s leading Choirs ‘Stephen Layton's Choir have become renowned for both their sound and versatility – whether in early music, or contemporary works such as those of Eric Whitacre, they embody the remarkable tradition of British choral excellence at its finest.’
For more than a decade Polyphony has given annual sell-out performances of Bach’s St John Passion and Handel’s Messiah at St John’s Smith Square. These have become notable events in London’s music calendar and have been broadcast by BBC Radio 3 and the EBU. According to the Evening Standard ‘no one ... less
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Ramona Community Singers
Ramona Community Singers is an inter-generational community Choir made up of volunteer members ages 15-80 who share a love of group singing. Our mission is to enrich and inspire lives – in our Choir, in our community and, ultimately, the world – one song... moreRamona Community Singers is an inter-generational community Choir made up of volunteer members ages 15-80 who share a love of group singing. Our mission is to enrich and inspire lives – in our Choir, in our community and, ultimately, the world – one song at a time!
The group’s eclectic repertoire includes pop songs, show tunes, folk tunes and world music – both serious and humorous.
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The Nashville Singers and The Suntones
The Suntones celebrated the 50th Anniversary of their international quartet championship in 2011. To help celebrate this important milestone, Nashville Singers hosted a special "meet & greet" event honoring the Suntones in Nashville on May 12, 2011. The c... moreThe Suntones celebrated the 50th Anniversary of their international quartet championship in 2011. To help celebrate this important milestone, Nashville Singers hosted a special "meet & greet" event honoring the Suntones in Nashville on May 12, 2011. The concert closed with a performance by The Suntones and the Nashville Singers singing Gene Cokeroft's stirring arrangement of Danny Boy, with solos by Gene and son Bruce. Two members of the Suntones (Harlan Wilson and Todd Wilson) are also members of the Nashville Singers. For more information about the Nashville Singers, visit www.nashvilleSingers.org. For more information about the Suntoners, visit www.thesuntones.com. less
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Singing is for life, not just for Christmas
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]
“Hark the herald angels sing”. A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols from King’s College, Cambridge. Slade’s “Merry Christma...
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Sir John Tavener: Mother of God, here I stand - Exultate Singers
Exultate Singers performs 'Mother of God, here I stand' by the great British composer Sir John Tavener who died on 12 November 2013. The recording is taken from Exultate Singers' new album, A Sense of the Divine, to be released in December 2013 and was re... moreExultate Singers performs 'Mother of God, here I stand' by the great British composer Sir John Tavener who died on 12 November 2013. The recording is taken from Exultate Singers' new album, A Sense of the Divine, to be released in December 2013 and was recorded in St George's Bristol
Mother of God, here I stand now praying before this ikon of your radiant brightness, not praying to be saved from a battlefield; not giving thanks nor seeking forgiveness for the sings of my soul, nor for all the souls. Numb, joyless and desolate on earth; but for her alone, whom I wholly give you. less
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ConVita
Our Singers come from the region of Romerike. We love to improvise, perform flash mobs in public places, and meet other Singers.
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SFU Choir - Mandelbrot Set
The SFU Choir from Burnaby, B.C., Canada perform Jonathan Coulton's "Mandelbrot Set" at their "College is Awesome" concert, on Friday, April 8th, 2011.
Learn more about the SFU Choir at http://www.sfuChoir.ca/
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Just Sing! Community Choir
Singing with Just Sing! Community Choir is fun, friendly and fabulously relaxed!
No auditions.
No need to be able read music.
No previous singing experience required.
Affordable membership fees.
and your first rehearsal is absolutely FREE.
... moreSinging with Just Sing! Community Choir is fun, friendly and fabulously relaxed!
No auditions.
No need to be able read music.
No previous singing experience required.
Affordable membership fees.
and your first rehearsal is absolutely FREE.
Before you know it you'll quickly learn all types of songs, from classical to pop classics, from folk to rock and roll via musicals. What's more, you'll learn all about breathing and vocal technique from our engaging Musical Director Penny Manser. So improve your singing and build confidence at the same time! less