Albion Win "the diction, intonation and ensemble is impeccable, and their dynamic range is magical - I have seldom heard quiet singing quite like it - bArely audible but with an intensity of line and sound that is truly wonderful. they have the...

In this special Oxford Series episode, I catch Dr. Zanaida Robles for a conversation about her philosophy as a composer, as Well as the way all of her musical and personal identities mingle to create a context for her music making. We discuss the composit...  Arent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getPArent().style.display='none';">moreIn this special Oxford Series episode, I catch Dr. Zanaida Robles for a conversation about her philosophy as a composer, as Well as the way all of her musical and personal identities mingle to create a context for her music making. We discuss the compositional process, including the philosophy she holds related to the "end product" for singers. Namely, the importance of the singers exploring their own communities and connections WHILE also exploring the music. We also bounce ideas back and forth related to composers having to be cAreful about "over refining" a composition, as Well as the music world's attempt to balance goals of equity with the human need for each composer to be valued based on their OWN music and individual expression. You won't want to miss this conversation!If you enjoy this content, please consider supporting the show at http://www.patreon.com/choralosophy for as little as 3$ a month AND receive subscriber only content there. Please support our sponsors by checking out these sites. Be su  Arent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getPArent().style.display='none';">less

Choosing exactly the right repertoire for an ensemble is one of the most essential responsibilities of a conductor.  We want music that stimulates growth within the ensemble, and also enriches the musical palette of the singers and of the audience me...

From the Grammy Nominated album the Truth About Love available now - http://smarturl.it/tal Music video by P!nk featuring Nate Ruess performing Just Give Me ...

This song is a masterpiece. We Were humbled to be the first to perform it. It only gets better from here. Thank you Nyokabi and the entire Cello team at the Kenya International Cello Festival @kenyainternationalcellofestival Music by: @nyokabikariuki16...  Arent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getPArent().style.display='none';">moreThis song is a masterpiece. We Were humbled to be the first to perform it. It only gets better from here. Thank you Nyokabi and the entire Cello team at the Kenya International Cello Festival @kenyainternationalcellofestival Music by: @nyokabikariuki1621 Lyrics Nikumbushe siku tulivu Nikumbushe siku tulivu Siku za mlima Siku za bahari Siku za Siku za uumbaji Nirudishe siku za utulivu Siku za mashariki Za mashariki Siku za uumbaji Siku za mlima Siku za bahari Nikumbushe siku tulivu Nikumbushe siku tulivu Utulivu, utulivu Nirudishe siku za utulivu Siku za utulivu, utulivu Siku za utulivu  Arent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getPArent().style.display='none';">less

Coro et al World Music Festival 2012

One Sunday, I was subbing in a choir in Mississippi.  On that particular Sunday, the church in question was auditioning a candidate to be their next Music Director. He worked us a little bit, then said the following, in the laziest South Mississippi ...