The University Choir-KNUST is an interdenominational Christian Choir of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. The Choir is the oldest College Choir in Ghana and arguably in West Africa; established in 1964. The Choir is inspired by the m...  moreThe University Choir-KNUST is an interdenominational Christian Choir of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. The Choir is the oldest College Choir in Ghana and arguably in West Africa; established in 1964. The Choir is inspired by the mission of singing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs as an act of worship to the glory of God and to minister to the souls of men. Over the years, the Choir is been noted for very inspiring and sensational concerts and oratorios that seek to fulfill the mission above. Very recent of such ministrations include; Israel in Egypt (2008 and 2010), Indulci Jubilo(2015), Handel's Chandos Anthems (2016), Singspiration (2017),and Laudate Deo (2018). The Choir has through these platforms touched the lives of many deprived entities through her social welfare responsibilities. We can't say it all and ignore the wonderful personalities the Choir has nurtured over the years. These persons are making considerable strides in the Choral enclave in Ghana and the World at lar...    less

Twenty years after showing its marvelous performances on stage, the Biayenda Choir of Dakar was able to build its own réputation as one of the most committed Choir in Senegal. This intercultural Choir comprises fifteen amateur singers from several african...  moreTwenty years after showing its marvelous performances on stage, the Biayenda Choir of Dakar was able to build its own réputation as one of the most committed Choir in Senegal. This intercultural Choir comprises fifteen amateur singers from several african countries. It was first establishments in 1996 in Dakar by a group of youth who adored the art of singing. The Choir consistently performed varions type of Music, gathering between both classical and modern Music (folklore and international). It transcended continents, surpassed réas and diversified its origins from spiritual Music, through romantic, to religious and reaching comic Music, with a tendency towards african melodies and rythms. It urges us to re-discover and unveil the Musical treasures of african continent that dates back to ancestors and to the native people of the Black continent. On the stage, the Choir collaborated with famous conductors such as Michel Piquemal with Choeur Vittoria (Île de France)de Paris or Dr Intessar Abdel Fattah, Egypti...    less

A small group, who enjoy singing together, perform a wide range of sacred and secular Music, mainly a capella. We rehearse fortnightly on Tuesday evenings at Holy Angels Church, Hale Barns, Cheshire WA15 0HF. We have enjoyed performing under conductor...  moreA small group, who enjoy singing together, perform a wide range of sacred and secular Music, mainly a capella. We rehearse fortnightly on Tuesday evenings at Holy Angels Church, Hale Barns, Cheshire WA15 0HF. We have enjoyed performing under conductors Christopher Foy, Imelda Leah, Jon Henderson and Kate Shipway who took over as Musical Director in June 2013.  

Stardance - Pieter Bezuidenhout (3rd prize at the International Composition Competition KUG 2012, Graz) Choir of Music Conservatory of Canary Islands

The Inspirational Praise Chorale, Ghana is a non denominational group with the zeal to propagate the gospel through good choral Music. We are based in Kumasi in Ashanti region. You can reach us through our email info.ipcghana@gmail.com or by calling us on...  moreThe Inspirational Praise Chorale, Ghana is a non denominational group with the zeal to propagate the gospel through good choral Music. We are based in Kumasi in Ashanti region. You can reach us through our email info.ipcghana@gmail.com or by calling us on (+233)0553618663  

Quinta and a Half is an Israeli Mixed a cappella group, consisting of 6 singers. For over 12 years, Quinta.5 has been redefining the limits of the human voice, in a show that captivates the crowd over and over again. Their vocal blend, together with th...  moreQuinta and a Half is an Israeli Mixed a cappella group, consisting of 6 singers. For over 12 years, Quinta.5 has been redefining the limits of the human voice, in a show that captivates the crowd over and over again. Their vocal blend, together with their original arrangements create a unique Israeli sound that can be distinguished in every performance, providing a rich Musical experience for the Israeli audience. Since the group was formed in 2006 by its founder Doron Ben-Ami, Quinta.5 has achieved great recognition both in Israel and throughout the world, and today is at the forefront of the contemporary a cappella scene in Israel. In 2012 they performed in the Israeli Music Awards (Acum) for the first time, and since then their performance has become one of the recurring acts every year. The group performed in many Israeli well known festivals as well as formal national ceremonies and numerous television shows. In 2015 the group toured in the United States for the first time in celebration of the Isr...    less

The King's Choir is a Community Choir --A Common Life Singing Group for singers ages 50+ (though we practice a don't ask - don't tell policy)...I.e., if you wish to sing in our Choir and are available for daytime rehearsals you are more than welcome to jo...  moreThe King's Choir is a Community Choir --A Common Life Singing Group for singers ages 50+ (though we practice a don't ask - don't tell policy)...I.e., if you wish to sing in our Choir and are available for daytime rehearsals you are more than welcome to join us! We have a few "under-aged" adults among us, and we love it! Our purpose is to reflect the image, veracity, and immutability of our Lord Jesus Christ through Music, testimony, and personal commitment to those in the senior community and beyond.  less

Performance starts at 2:44. Twa Tanbou - Sydney Guillaume. 2013 Texas Private School Music Educators Association All-State Choir. Scott MacPherson, Conductor. http://sydneyguillaumeMusic.com/portfolio-items/twa-tanbou/ Text by Louis M. Celestin ...  morePerformance starts at 2:44. Twa Tanbou - Sydney Guillaume. 2013 Texas Private School Music Educators Association All-State Choir. Scott MacPherson, Conductor. http://sydneyguillaumeMusic.com/portfolio-items/twa-tanbou/ Text by Louis M. Celestin Translation: Three drums Are having an argument A great Sunday morning On their way back from Guinea A little Kata . . . A little Tanbouren . . . A big Boula . . . Boula declared That he can hit the loudest Boula declared "I can hit the loudest!" Tanbouren said "I have the most beautiful sound" He said "when I perform, keep quiet and listen!" Kata who was hearing all this became angry He could not comprehend how two soldiers Who are dressed with the same outfit and are children of the same mother Are sitting around making a scandal One fine Mardi-Gras day, Kata started to "zouk" Every single person there began to dance . . . Tanbouren and Boula who were there listening To make the party more exciting, they started a great thro...    less

A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Being in a Choir is great (see The pleasures of being a Choir member), but most Mixed Choirs never seem to have enough men.     photo by Robert...

"An Open World" is the first in a group of three settings of poems from Fletcher LaVallee Bartholomew's collection entitled "and the Wind: Gnostic Poems 1945 - 1979."