[The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from 25 years of leading non-auditioned community Choirs in the UK, as well as adult singing workshops. My focus is on teaching by ear using a repertoire of songs from traditions across th...

poem by Robert Burns music by David Dickau directed by Richard Janzen performed by RJC Chorale

The University of the Philippines Singing Ambassadors (UPSA) is one of the Philippines' foremost choral groups. In its 32 years of existence, UPSA has consistently brought honor and prestige to the country, winning various prizes and awards in competition...  moreThe University of the Philippines Singing Ambassadors (UPSA) is one of the Philippines' foremost choral groups. In its 32 years of existence, UPSA has consistently brought honor and prestige to the country, winning various prizes and awards in competitions in ITALY, SPAIN, FRANCE, NETHERLANDS, CZECH REPUBLIC, BULGARIA, SLOVAKIA, BELGIUM, GERMANY, POLAND, WALES, HUNGARY and SWITZERLAND. It is one of the only four Filipino Choirs to have qualified to join the 14th European Grand Prix for Choral Singing ‑ the world'S most coveted choral prize. UPSA was also the official entry of the Philippines to the UNESCO International Music Prize in 2005. In the Philippines, it was named the Best University Choir in 2012 and 2004 at the “Who’s Who in the Philippines” 19th and 27th Consumers’ Choice Awards, respectively. Similarly, UPSA was also chosen as Best Choir in 2011, 2010 and 2002 by the ALIW Awards Foundation which recognizes excellence and achievement in the live entertainment industry. UPSA Conductor Ed Manguia...    less

When most people think of Choir warmups, they picture scales, tongue twisters, or breathing exercises - all designed to help singers find their pitch, focus their sound, and prepare for rehearsal. And of course, that’s exactly what warmups do, and w...

Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1525-1594) Asperges me, Domine Asperges me Domine hysoppo et mundabor: lavabis me, et super nivem dealbabor. Gloria Patri et Filio, et Spiritui Sancto: Sicut erat in principio et nunc et semper, et in saecula saec...  moreGiovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1525-1594) Asperges me, Domine Asperges me Domine hysoppo et mundabor: lavabis me, et super nivem dealbabor. Gloria Patri et Filio, et Spiritui Sancto: Sicut erat in principio et nunc et semper, et in saecula saeculorum, Amen. Asperges me repeated…to dealbabor Psalm 51, Verse 7 [Antiphon at the Sprinkling of Holy Water] Thou shalt purge me, O Lord, with hyssop and I shall be clean:Thou shalt wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost:As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be: world without end. Amen Book of Common Prayer, Psalm 51, Verse The rite of sprinkling the faithful with holy water at the start of the Medieval mass in every Sunday of the Church’s Year except for Palm Sunday and in Eastertide involved the use of verse seven from the famous Miserere text, the 51st Psalm. Palestrina’s four part setting involves the sustained motto theme of the traditional plainchant melody within the...    less

Rainford Ladies' Choir is a warm and friendly group of singers who enjoy meeting each week to sing and socialise; based in Rainford, Merseyside. The Choir currently has around 30 members, with Martin Weston as musical director. The Choir's repertoire i...  moreRainford Ladies' Choir is a warm and friendly group of singers who enjoy meeting each week to sing and socialise; based in Rainford, Merseyside. The Choir currently has around 30 members, with Martin Weston as musical director. The Choir's repertoire is wide and varied, with many songs taken from shows and films. We also sing sacred, gospel, jazz, pop and world music, with the odd novelty number thrown in! We perform at many events in Lancashire and Merseyside, including two main concerts each year at Rainford Parish Hall, plus charity events and private functions.  less

This a cappella, four-part harmony cover of Adele's Rolling In The Deep is arranged by Don Henken. Recorded live on 19 April 2016 at our Soundcheck concert by Andrew Wilson.

University of Santo Tomas Singers, 16th International Concert Tour American Encore St. Marks Lutheran Church July 3, 2009 1111 OFarrell St., San Francisco, Ca Conductor: Prof. Fidel Gener Calalang Jr. Members: Soprano May Anne P. Abeleda Belinda ...  moreUniversity of Santo Tomas Singers, 16th International Concert Tour American Encore St. Marks Lutheran Church July 3, 2009 1111 OFarrell St., San Francisco, Ca Conductor: Prof. Fidel Gener Calalang Jr. Members: Soprano May Anne P. Abeleda Belinda Leigh V. Alano Jeanra S. Bometivo Eunice A. Escrupolo Florencia Marlia Kustandi Vidagrace Kahlil L. Mirang Irene V. Quiso Ma. Pilar Charlene V. Ramos Jade Rubis E. Riccio Alto Marie Alethea Ysabel B. Adriano Karen Stephanie D. Arriola Maria Lucia M. Lapido Ma. Melina G. Mariano Jaimie Rose O. Mojica Tenor Ronald Allan G. Bautista Enrico L. Gomez Juan Alfonso A. Mendoza Marc Andrei B. Reyes Jemeson M. Tiburan Bass Vernie Fernan P. Abando Noel P. Azcona Joshua Jenaro M. Badilla Marlo G. Balantucas Jessie Louie N. Singh Roberto Gabriel B. Tagalog Anthony G. Villanueva  less

School of Hard Knocks proudly presents Brisbane International Singers Festival 2016 June 3-5, 2016   An unforgettable experience, not just a festival    Friday 3rd June 2016, 8pm Beyond Hard Knocks Documentary Screening Following...

Chamber is a mixed singing ensemble that specializes in performance of challenging literature of diverse genre. The MVHS Chamber Singers were invited to perform at the Western Division American Choral Directors Association in Tucson, Arizona. Then in Mar...  moreChamber is a mixed singing ensemble that specializes in performance of challenging literature of diverse genre. The MVHS Chamber Singers were invited to perform at the Western Division American Choral Directors Association in Tucson, Arizona. Then in March 2011, Chamber Singers performed at the ACDA national conference in Chicago, Illinois.