"Da pacem Domine" is dedicated To two of my dear relatives named James. I felt The inspiration To start this piece in The weeks leading up To The 100th anniversary of The end of World War I, in which my dear grandfaTher Jimmy Rain (1895-1974) had serv...  more"Da pacem Domine" is dedicated To two of my dear relatives named James. I felt The inspiration To start this piece in The weeks leading up To The 100th anniversary of The end of World War I, in which my dear grandfaTher Jimmy Rain (1895-1974) had served in The Canadian forces, in one of The most dangerous roles, as a runner in northwestern France. This song honours his memory and The love that he showed me as a boy and a young man growing up. Shortly after starting this piece, I Then learned that my dear cousin Jamie Shaw (1959-2019) was gravely ill and with his permission, I have dedicated this piece To him as well. Jamie's courage, good spirit and humour throughout his illness was an inspiration To all of us who knew him. "Da pacem Domine" is a musical search for peace: both external peace, between individuals, groups, societies, nations; and internal peace, To find a restful spot within The soul, amidst The serious tensions and conflicts seemingly inherent in The human stream of existence. It explor...    less

Acappellago was founded in 2002 by a number of community members seeking a musical challenge. We present a wide variety of music ranging from classical, contemporary, jazz, pop, gospel, spirituals & have given a number of World, US & Chicago premieres.

Founded in June 1977, The present Whitehaven Male Voice Choir has established an enviable reputation among The musical World of male voices in Britain, along with appearances on local radio and television. During The choir’s existence, it has taken par...  moreFounded in June 1977, The present Whitehaven Male Voice Choir has established an enviable reputation among The musical World of male voices in Britain, along with appearances on local radio and television. During The choir’s existence, it has taken part in many musical festivals, and proven its quality by winning many first prizes, and has been joined in concert by World renowned soloists and choirs from Britain and America. Every year, The choir perform around twenty concerts throughout Cumbria, raising thousands of pounds for charitable organisations and oTher worthy causes. The services of The choir are provided entirely free of charge To The organisations They perform for. Outside The county They have performed in such notable venues as The Royal Albert Hall, London; on three occasions, Cardiff Arms Park; twice, Sheffield Arena and in Edinburgh. In June every year, The choir hosts it’s prestigious ‘Annual Concert’ in Whitehaven Civic Hall, for which They engage The services of guest soloists or c...    less

'Comme Une Rose', music for SATB choir with divisi a cappella with French lyrics. Words & music : Anthony Sylvestre. Piece looking for its World premiere! More information and digital sheet music To purchase on The websTore ASTURIA MUSIC: https://www...  more'Comme Une Rose', music for SATB choir with divisi a cappella with French lyrics. Words & music : Anthony Sylvestre. Piece looking for its World premiere! More information and digital sheet music To purchase on The websTore ASTURIA MUSIC: https://www.asturiamusic.com/?page=comme-une-rose  

WHEN I LAND for unaccompanied SATB mixed choir, is from THREE GNOSTIC POEMS, by Greg Bartholomew, here performed by The Orlando Chorale under Gregory Ruffer. An Open World, When I Land and And The Wind are three settings of poems from FletcherLaVallee...  moreWHEN I LAND for unaccompanied SATB mixed choir, is from THREE GNOSTIC POEMS, by Greg Bartholomew, here performed by The Orlando Chorale under Gregory Ruffer. An Open World, When I Land and And The Wind are three settings of poems from FletcherLaVallee Bartholomew's collection entitled "And The Wind: Gnostic Poems 1945 - 1979." Minneapolis native Fletcher Bartholomew spent most of his life in aviation, beginning with a childhood flight in a Curtis Robin in 1929. His work in aviation started with a job as an inspecTor in an aircraft facTory. He went on To become a test pilot in World War II, serving at The South India Air Depot at Bangalore, India. He often spoke later of his experience on The ship To India and The people he met travelling around The subcontinent. He subsequently worked in aviation in Munich, Germany, and in Lima, Peru, before he concluded his career working in airport planning and management.  less

Bogoroditse Devo is a contemporary Russian setting of The classic Hail Mary text. The piece was commissioned by The Rose Ensemble in 2009. It has quickly become a favorite of choirs and choral music lovers all over The World. This is a MUST HEAR piece,...  moreBogoroditse Devo is a contemporary Russian setting of The classic Hail Mary text. The piece was commissioned by The Rose Ensemble in 2009. It has quickly become a favorite of choirs and choral music lovers all over The World. This is a MUST HEAR piece, and if you're a mixed choir, a MUST PERFORM piece Too!  

KanTorei of Kansas City directed by Chris Munce performing live at St. Peter's Church in KC, MO. May 30th, 2015. www.kanToreikc.org A cry for peace in a World Torn by war, this poignant a cappella setting of an original text is filled with striking dyn...  moreKanTorei of Kansas City directed by Chris Munce performing live at St. Peter's Church in KC, MO. May 30th, 2015. www.kanToreikc.org A cry for peace in a World Torn by war, this poignant a cappella setting of an original text is filled with striking dynamic contrasts. "Sing, Be, Live, See... This dark sTormy hour, The wind, it stirs. The scorched earth cries out in vain... But music and singing have been my refuge, and music and singing shall be my light..." by Frank Ticheli  

Performance by The Mansfield University Concert Choir conducted by Peggy Dettwiler at The 2014 World Choir Games in Riga, Latvia. They won a gold medal and third place in The Mixed Youth Choir Category.

Sung by The dwsChorale (https://www.dwsolo.com/dwschorale.html) O holy night! The stars are brightly shining It is The night of our dear Saviour's birth Long lay The World in sin and error pining 'Til He appeared and The Soul felt its worth A th...  moreSung by The dwsChorale (https://www.dwsolo.com/dwschorale.html) O holy night! The stars are brightly shining It is The night of our dear Saviour's birth Long lay The World in sin and error pining 'Til He appeared and The Soul felt its worth A thrill of hope The weary World rejoices For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn Fall on your knees; O hear The angel voices! O night divine, O night when Christ was born O night, O holy night, O night divine!  

World premiere recording, by a brand new singing group: QuartetTo al Volo! If you like this song, I invite you To donate To The work of OCISO (Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization) and Their support programs for refugees and immigrants To Cana...  moreWorld premiere recording, by a brand new singing group: QuartetTo al Volo! If you like this song, I invite you To donate To The work of OCISO (Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization) and Their support programs for refugees and immigrants To Canada: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/ociso-ottawa-community-immigrant-services-organization/ Background. In The 1970s I visited Poland twice and fell in love with Polish choral music -- and Lulajże Jezuniu became one of my favourite Christmas carols in any language. While flying from Ottawa To Vancouver in December 2017, I felt inspired and arranged most of this piece while at 30,000 feet! I must have been quite a sight conducting away in my aisle seat, with my head phones plugged inTo my computer. I have dedicated Lulajże Jezuniu To The late Adam and Helena Kmiotek, who showed me such generosity of spirit as my hosts in Szczecin during my second Polish trip. NB: choirs interested in obtaining copies of The TTBB score can contact me at rain...    less