[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Hark the herald angels sing. A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols from King’s College, Cambridge. Slade’s Merry Christmas everybody. White Chr...

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   In 2010 artist Susan Philipsz won the Turner Prize  for "a sound piece consisting of her own frail beautiful voice Singing a Scottish lament over the ...

Dear choral singers,   Missing an event does not mean that you can1t join in another year. In 2017 meeting music gladly will be your host in Caorle/Venice, Italy for a great choral celebration. The competition with its wide range of categories li...

We are an active French community choir that presents 4 to 6 concerts per year. Our trademark is Singing all concerts by memory, which means that with a changing repertoire, our members have to be willing to work hard. We sing widely around our own region...  moreWe are an active French community choir that presents 4 to 6 concerts per year. Our trademark is Singing all concerts by memory, which means that with a changing repertoire, our members have to be willing to work hard. We sing widely around our own region in France but are looking to exchange with a choir further afield in the near future.  

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I always teach songs by ear. Despite my strong belief in the oral/ aural tradition, there is an increasing number of handheld recording devices appearing i...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   There are times in most choirs when a soloist or a small ensemble is required. These roles can be allocated by the MD but in many cases singers are a...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I ran a gospel Singing weekend recently. One of the songs was flagging a bit so I suggested people ham it up a bit and be more “American”.  ...

"Ask and It Shall be Given" by Jonathan Adams. Performed by the Arkansas State Univ. Concert Choir, Dr. Dale Miller, conductor. Available from Pavane Publishing, P1530.

• Duration: ~3’30” • Text: Latin • Forces: SATB a cappella • Level: Accessible; effective with University, community, or church choirs • Use: Concert, festival, or liturgical moments seeking a contemporary sound Study tracks The final choir you he...  more• Duration: ~3’30” • Text: Latin • Forces: SATB a cappella • Level: Accessible; effective with University, community, or church choirs • Use: Concert, festival, or liturgical moments seeking a contemporary sound Study tracks The final choir you hear was rendered from the study tracks. When you purchase the score, you can request these materials at no additional cost to support efficient rehearsal. Programming notes O Crux offers clear lines, modern harmony, and a climactic arc that suits mixed-ability ensembles while delivering a compelling concert effect.  less

From our 2014 Lessons and Carols Candlelight Service. We are joined by guest vocalists Holly Ruth Gale (Assistant Professor of Music, ATU) and Adam Stanley (student, UCA). “God Be In My Head” by John Rutter © Oxford University Press Inc. 1970 Assigne...  moreFrom our 2014 Lessons and Carols Candlelight Service. We are joined by guest vocalists Holly Ruth Gale (Assistant Professor of Music, ATU) and Adam Stanley (student, UCA). “God Be In My Head” by John Rutter © Oxford University Press Inc. 1970 Assigned to Oxford University Press 2010 Licensed by Permission of CopyCat Music Licensing, LLC, obo Oxford University Press All Rights Reserved