Thank you for visiting www.portaraEnsemble.com. Here is a compilation of a few pieces performed at our Winter 2010 Concert. Enjoy!

Spectrum Singers, a new vocal Ensemble under the direction of Amy Saari, will be having auditions on August 19, August 26, and September 9 starting at 7:30 p.m. at Drayton Avenue Presbyterian Church (2441 Pinecrest Dr., Ferndale 48220). Out of a desire to...

Established in 1975, the Cape Cod Chapter (Surftones) is a men's singing organization that is dedicated to excellence in Chorus and quartet a cappella singing. It is the mission of the Surftones to: Promote and preserve barbershop harmony and educate t...  moreEstablished in 1975, the Cape Cod Chapter (Surftones) is a men's singing organization that is dedicated to excellence in Chorus and quartet a cappella singing. It is the mission of the Surftones to: Promote and preserve barbershop harmony and educate the public in this truly American musical style Strive for excellence in singing a cappella harmony Encourage continued improvement in the singing capabilities of all our members, as individuals and as Chorus and quartet members Encourage fellowship and camaraderie among members and their families Perform publicly throughout the year for both charitable and paid functions Initiate, promote, support, and participate in charitable projects Promote and support the Vision and Mission of the Barbershop Harmony Society The Cape Cod Surftones is a chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society and is a Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization.  less

The Ancora Chorale is a professional Ensemble which strives to create, share, and inspire.

Johannes-Brahms-Competitions Wernigerode 2013, Category "Sacred" 8-ой Международный Хоровой Конкурс-Фестиваль имени Йоханнеса Брамса в Вернигероде.17-21 июля 2013 года. Ансамбль "Thios Omilos" (Лейпциг. Германия) стал обладателем Гран-При Конкурса.

The Esoterics is a Seattle-based vocal Ensemble that is dedicated to performing and perpetuating contemporary a cappella choral settings of poetry, philosophy, and spiritual writings from around the world. While cultivating artistic expression and cultura...  moreThe Esoterics is a Seattle-based vocal Ensemble that is dedicated to performing and perpetuating contemporary a cappella choral settings of poetry, philosophy, and spiritual writings from around the world. While cultivating artistic expression and cultural understanding among its singers and audience alike, The Esoterics aspires to reflect the beauty, power, and significance that are inherent in the music of our time.  

Sei Lob und Preis mit Ehren, a Chorus from the cantata "Lobe den Herrn meine Seele" by Philipp Heinrich Erlebach (1657-1714), based on the melody published in Johannes Kugelmann's 1540 collection. In this performance I have sung the first part of the or...  moreSei Lob und Preis mit Ehren, a Chorus from the cantata "Lobe den Herrn meine Seele" by Philipp Heinrich Erlebach (1657-1714), based on the melody published in Johannes Kugelmann's 1540 collection. In this performance I have sung the first part of the original melody (as countertenor) followed by the Erlebach setting (as the dwsChorale - one-man multitrack choir). I have added trills to the dotted crotchets in the unannotated violin parts, since these seem to be appropriate, and I have also added my own bowings. (Strings and harpsichord are Garritan samples).  less