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Musica Eterna a Roma 2018 – Meet in “Vatican City”
Since a long time Rome has been host city for choirs and singers from all over the world, who not only love sacred music but also the idea of coming together in the eternal city and center of choral music.
Inspired by a vibrant atmosphere of friendship e...
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CONTINUUM - Versa est in luctum
Recorded on January 10th, 2011. Versa est in luctum, by Alonso Lobo (1555-1617), composed for the obsequies of Philip II of Spain, who died in 1598. "My harp is turned to mourning and my music into the voice of those that weep. Spare me, Lord, for my days... moreRecorded on January 10th, 2011. Versa est in luctum, by Alonso Lobo (1555-1617), composed for the obsequies of Philip II of Spain, who died in 1598. "My harp is turned to mourning and my music into the voice of those that weep. Spare me, Lord, for my days are nothing."
CONTINUUM is the newest and most dynamic early music ensemble on the UK classical music scene.
Under the collaborative leadership of top producer and director Adrian Peacock, the internationally renowned expert in Spanish early music Bruno Turner, and bass-baritone Jamie W. Hall, CONTINUUM brings together twelve of the finest professional consort singers in London, carefully chosen to produce a unique and vibrant sound that celebrates the very best qualities of the English choral tradition and the powerful beauty of the uninhibited human voice.
This all-male ensemble has made 16th century Spanish sacred polyphony and chant the core of its repertoire, and seeks to perform this wonderful music at the original, sonorous low pitch as it wou... less
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Singers should spend more time in the audience
[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]
I love my job. I get to stand in front of a bunch of singers and hear wonderful harmonies washing over me.
Antony Gormley's Field for the...
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Evenstar
Originally from: 'the Lord of the Rings: the Two Towers'
Lyrics: J.R.R. Tolkien
Music: Howard Shore
Adaptation: Karolien van Dessel
Sound: Johan De Cock
Performed by 'Universitair Koor Antwerpen' at their Spring concert "Game of Tones" on May 13, ... moreOriginally from: 'the Lord of the Rings: the Two Towers'
Lyrics: J.R.R. Tolkien
Music: Howard Shore
Adaptation: Karolien van Dessel
Sound: Johan De Cock
Performed by 'Universitair Koor Antwerpen' at their Spring concert "Game of Tones" on May 13, 2014.
Solo by Lisa Furu Baardsen
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Kids Choir offers Scholarships
the Major Minors Children's Choir, in New Zealand, is an all-comers kids choir for children aged 4-12 who love to sing and we are looking for new members. there is no need to audition to join the choir which starts again on Sunday 1 February.
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Tuma Mina - Meisieskool Oranje
Tuma Mina is a Tradisional African Hymn which translates to Send me my Lord. Performed by C&N Secondary girls school Oranje under Stefan Buys and Brigitte Botha. Performed in St Anne's church in Budapest.
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London Forest Choir
LFC was established in 1950 in Walthamstow, North East London, and has been based in that area ever since. With a membership of around 80, we are an eclectic bunch of people who share a common love of choral music. We offer new singers a warm welcome and... moreLFC was established in 1950 in Walthamstow, North East London, and has been based in that area ever since. With a membership of around 80, we are an eclectic bunch of people who share a common love of choral music. We offer new singers a warm welcome and the opportunity to take part in choral concerts in London four times a year, plus various other events and weekend trips away both abroad and in the UK.
there is a thriving though optional social side to choir life including drinks after Monday night rehearsals and occasional choir social evenings and other events.
the Choir's repertoire ranges widely from staple works such as Bach's St Matthew Passion and Mendelssohn's Elijah to more unusual and rarely heard works by composers such as Jonathan Dove and the Choir's music director Jonathan Rathbone. It recorded Richard Maunder's new edition of Mozart's Requiem under its former music director Murray Stewart, and in 2009-10 the Choir released a CD of the Choir's repertoire, Where'er You Walk, to celebrat... less
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In Manus Tuos, Domine - FSV
In manus tuos, Domine which translates to Into your hands, O Lord, is a supplication from the book of Psalm 31:5. This work is composed by the liturgical-pop composer, Paschal St. Val Abugu. Sheet music is available for purchase on www.chestropera.com.ng ... moreIn manus tuos, Domine which translates to Into your hands, O Lord, is a supplication from the book of Psalm 31:5. This work is composed by the liturgical-pop composer, Paschal St. Val Abugu. Sheet music is available for purchase on www.chestropera.com.ng or email the publisher via cmiaccess@gmail.com.
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How to sing harmony on your own
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I love harmony singing. But sometimes I don’t have the luxury of other people to sing with.
Here are some ways to sing harmony, even if you’re on...