12th International Chamber Choir Competition Marktoberdorf, Germany, www.modfestivals.org; June 10-15, 2011; Live recording; This is a service Of Choral Festival Network www.Choralfestivalnetwork.org; Concert Kaisersaal Kloster Füssen June 13

Founded in 1939, Samford’s A Cappella Choir performs free concerts on campus throughout The fall and spring each year, including The new Choral Vespers series, which formally combines The university's sacred spaces and Christian mission with several Schoo...  moreFounded in 1939, Samford’s A Cappella Choir performs free concerts on campus throughout The fall and spring each year, including The new Choral Vespers series, which formally combines The university's sacred spaces and Christian mission with several School Of The Arts musical ensembles. Samford’s A Cappella Choir took some Of The top honors at The Florilége Vocal de Tours competition in Tours, France, May 25-27 2012, including: First Prize, Renaissance Competition Ronsard Prize, Renaissance Competition First Place, Free Expression Third Place, Mixed Choirs  less

The pioneer Choral group in The Lady Of Pillar Parish in Imus, Cavite. Himig Batingaw was founded in March Of 1979 by group Of graduating students Of Imus Institute to sing for that year's baccalaureate mass. In The first few years Of The choir's existenc...  moreThe pioneer Choral group in The Lady Of Pillar Parish in Imus, Cavite. Himig Batingaw was founded in March Of 1979 by group Of graduating students Of Imus Institute to sing for that year's baccalaureate mass. In The first few years Of The choir's existence, They conducted rehearsals at The church belfry; hence The name Himig (melody) and Batingaw (peal Of bells) was born. The choir is very influential in The rise and development Of Choral music in The parish and having introduced new pieces for liturgical use most Of which are composed or arranged for The group and having graduated noted local musicians from its ranks. The choir began to tread new ground under The directorship Of Mr. Edward Gerodias in The late 1980's Then on to Mr. Rey Roland Bergado in The late 1990's, both sought after pianists. This period witnessed a string Of successful concerts, and a Grand Prize at The first Paskuhan sa Imus Choral Competition. They also participated in as long as There is Music- Choral festival and The Philip...    less

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Mission The Simon Carrington Chamber Singers – a world-class Choral music ensemble led by renowned artistic director Simon Carrington – engages and enriches audiences through concerts, recordings and educational programs. Background The Simon Car...  moreMission The Simon Carrington Chamber Singers – a world-class Choral music ensemble led by renowned artistic director Simon Carrington – engages and enriches audiences through concerts, recordings and educational programs. Background The Simon Carrington Chamber Singers (SCCS), led by artistic director Simon Carrington, is a world class Choral music ensemble based in Kansas City. The group was founded in 2008 by three Of Carrington’s former students who shared The desire to form an elite prOfessional vocal chamber ensemble under his direction. SCCS, an ensemble Of 24 singers, performs a diverse and challenging repertoire that spans The ages. The group showcases a unique sound that reflects Carrington’s musical sensibilities: a clear, bright tone with a measured use Of vibrato which allows a clear and expressive delivery Of The text. SCCS is made up Of top-tier Choral singers from across North America. Each year, The singers meet for a week Of intensive rehearsals that culminate in public concerts in K...    less

"The Tyger" is dedicated to my daughter, Salima Rain, who asked me if I might try setting this remarkable William Blake poem to music, a daunting thought, to say The least. But I took on The challenge and here is The result. As always, comments are ...  more"The Tyger" is dedicated to my daughter, Salima Rain, who asked me if I might try setting this remarkable William Blake poem to music, a daunting thought, to say The least. But I took on The challenge and here is The result. As always, comments are most welcomed. Email me at rain@magma.ca, if you'd like more info. I would like to acknowledge The a cappella choir that I sing in, The Stairwell Carollers, and our director Pierre Massie, for Their musical inspiration These past 26 years. And with deepest appreciation to my broTher Adam Rain and my friend Geneviève Lajoie for Their invaluable support throughout my composing journey.  less

Active since 2009, Jovem Canto Youth Choir is a group for young people and adolescents from 14 years up. Undertakes to be a space for youth have contact with concert Choral music. The group sings a diverse and technically challenging repertoire, exploring...  moreActive since 2009, Jovem Canto Youth Choir is a group for young people and adolescents from 14 years up. Undertakes to be a space for youth have contact with concert Choral music. The group sings a diverse and technically challenging repertoire, exploring different sounds and new musical languages. In his repertoire are works by composers as Janequin, Scarlatti, Bach, Beethoven, Whitacre, Widmer, Stroope, Jobim and Ronaldo Miranda. The styles range from classical to popular, jazz, spirituals, sacred music, Brazilian Popular Music, opera and musicals. Since its formation is conducted by Altamiro Bernardes and has Lana Bernardes as assistant conductor. The choir members receive training in vocal technique, music reading, perception, music history, harmony and musical aesThetics, always in The context Of Choral activity and a language for young people. In addition to The concerts, The choir participates in educational activities such as educational concerts, workshops, lectures and conversations with prOfessiona...    less

The Cantilon Chamber Choir is Western Canada’s only prOfessional level children’s choir. Singers in this ensemble demonstrate a high level Of commitment to Choral singing and to sharing this art with audiences at home and around The world. The Chamber C...  moreThe Cantilon Chamber Choir is Western Canada’s only prOfessional level children’s choir. Singers in this ensemble demonstrate a high level Of commitment to Choral singing and to sharing this art with audiences at home and around The world. The Chamber Choir forms The core Of Cantilon’s touring and recording program and participates in many exciting and unique activities throughout The year. The Chamber Choir performs locally in concert at least four times per season, and competes in music festivals at local, provincial and national levels. The Chamber Choir generally follows a three-year touring cycle: a regional tour in year one, national tour in year two, and an international tour every third year. In addition to its regular concert series, The Chamber Choir is Often invited to perform with The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, Pro Coro Canada, Edmonton Opera and The Richard Eaton Singers.  less

Santa Fe's remarkable SCHOLA is locally known as "Santa Fe's Sacred Music Ensemble" and is a year-round Choral ensemble, performing throughout The states Of New Mexico and Colorado with an occasional trip to Europe!

A Choral Suite in 4 movements. Music and Text by Kentaro Sato (Ken-P) based on The text by L. C. F. Lactantius (c.250 - c.325)