Toronto Beach Chorale (artistic director, Mervin W. Fick) is an auditioned SATB choir of up to 65 voices with a passion for presenting excellent choral music. TBC invites professional musicians, soloists, actors and other arts organizations to join in cla...  moreToronto Beach Chorale (artistic director, Mervin W. Fick) is an auditioned SATB choir of up to 65 voices with a passion for presenting excellent choral music. TBC invites professional musicians, soloists, actors and other arts organizations to join in classical choral repertoire in 3 - 4 concerts per season. TBC organizes and participates in “Messiah for the City” and in many local community events. TBC’s “Choral Scholars Program offers subsidy and training to singers aged 19 to 24. Rehearsals are Wednesdays, 7 to 9:30pm, September to May, usually at Kingston Road United Church. Auditions in September and January; the ability to read music and choral experience are assets. Torontobeachchorale@gmail.com  less

Gresley Male Voice Choir performing Jonathan Quick's arrangement of "Loch Lomond" on the occasion of their 110 years choir anniversary, March 2014

Exaudi Laudate, Corfu Children' s Choir, Beverly Patton, coductor: Christina Kalliiaridou, piano: Elli Glarou. Παιδική Χορωδία Κέρκυρας, Δημοτικό Θέατρο Κέρκυρας, 16/12/2014.

Under the direction of Artistic Director Christopher Gabbitas, the Grammy Award-winning Phoenix Chorale is regarded as one of the finest choral ensembles of the Western Classical tradition in North America. Founded in 1958 the Phoenix Chorale’s mission is...  moreUnder the direction of Artistic Director Christopher Gabbitas, the Grammy Award-winning Phoenix Chorale is regarded as one of the finest choral ensembles of the Western Classical tradition in North America. Founded in 1958 the Phoenix Chorale’s mission is focused on building a vibrant community through song and enriching lives through choral artistry. Every one of its outstanding artists lives in Arizona, many of whom direct music activities in Phoenix metro-area schools, community colleges, and teach voice lessons. The Chorale performs to thousands of individuals each Season through concerts and outreach events across the Phoenix metro-area. The Chorale’s digital audience has reached millions through broadcasts, performance videos, and via albums on streaming services, like Spotify. Visit phoenixchorale.org to learn more information about the Chorale and upcoming performances.  less

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

"Cancion de los Tsáchilas." Four traditional Tsáchila songs, arr. Michael Sample. Recorded live on December 14, 2014, at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Chamber Singers ensemble of the Girl Choir...  more"Cancion de los Tsáchilas." Four traditional Tsáchila songs, arr. Michael Sample. Recorded live on December 14, 2014, at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Chamber Singers ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: Wallis Peterson, Percussion: Bradley Peterson. This indigenous community, often referred to as The Colorados, is located in the northern coastal region of Ecuador. In the face of modernization, music serves as a tool for this group to preserve their history, traditions, and culture. Tsáchilas music-making includes dance, philosophy, spirituality, cultural traditions, and community involvement with a strong connection to nature and respect for the land. By singing this piece, our ensemble is actively helping to protect and promote the Tsáchila community. A portion of the proceeds from our purchase of the score has been sent to the community to assist in the preservation of their culture. TRANSLATION Beautiful woma...    less

Broadcast november 10 10.30 AM (GMT +1) Livestream http://npo.nl/live/nederland-1 Website: http://programma.vpro.nl/vrijegeluiden/afleveringen/2014/10 Cappella Amsterdam - Cantique de Jean Racine Op. 11 (Gabriel Fauré) This video was recorded in...  moreBroadcast november 10 10.30 AM (GMT +1) Livestream http://npo.nl/live/nederland-1 Website: http://programma.vpro.nl/vrijegeluiden/afleveringen/2014/10 Cappella Amsterdam - Cantique de Jean Racine Op. 11 (Gabriel Fauré) This video was recorded in Bimhuis Amsterdam for VPRO Vrije Geluiden. Vrije Geluiden is a music program made by the Dutch public broadcast organisation VPRO. http://www.vrijegeluiden.vpro.nl  

"Velvet Shoes" by Randall Thompson. Text by Elnior Wylie. Recorded live on December 14, 2014, at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Apprentice Choir ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Arti...  more"Velvet Shoes" by Randall Thompson. Text by Elnior Wylie. Recorded live on December 14, 2014, at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Apprentice Choir ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: Robert Todd, Accompanist: Gayle Giese. Let us walk in the white snow In a soundless space; With footsteps quiet and slow, At a tranquil pace, Under veils of white lace. I shall go shod in silk, And you in wool, White as white cow's milk, More beautiful Than the breast of a gull. We shall walk through the still town In a windless peace; We shall step upon white down, Upon silver fleece, Upon softer than these. We shall walk in velvet shoes: Wherever we go Silence will fall like dews On white silence below. We shall walk in the snow.  less

"Carmel Highlands" by Daniel Kallman. Text by Janet Loxley Lewis, from "The Selected Poems of Janet Lewis". Recorded live on Friday, May 16, 2014, at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Concert Choir...  more"Carmel Highlands" by Daniel Kallman. Text by Janet Loxley Lewis, from "The Selected Poems of Janet Lewis". Recorded live on Friday, May 16, 2014, at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Concert Choir ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: Wallis Peterson, Accompanist: Gayle Giese. Below the gardens and the darkening pines The living water sinks among the stones, Sinking yet foaming till the snowy tones Merge with the fog drawn landward in dim lines. The cloud dissolves among the flowering vines, And now the definite mountain-side disowns The fluid world, the immeasurable zones. Then white oblivion swallows all designs. But still the rich confusion of the sea, Unceasing voice, sombre and solacing, Rises through veils of silence past the trees; In restless repetition bound, yet free, Wave after wave in deluge fresh releasing An ancient speech, hushed in tremendous ease.  less

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