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[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   It’s that time again here in the UK: Choir of the Year 2012 auditions are under way.     Quite often choir members come up to me t...

"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.

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   There is one vital ingredient to being a good singer.   Photo by Peter Smile   It’s not innate talent or vocal range or ability...

It's a choir whose aim is to combine modern musical visions with choir music. Nowadays, classical choral Singing covers only a narrow social stratum. Over the last 20 years palette of music offered by the media has been watered down on an unprecedented sc...  moreIt's a choir whose aim is to combine modern musical visions with choir music. Nowadays, classical choral Singing covers only a narrow social stratum. Over the last 20 years palette of music offered by the media has been watered down on an unprecedented scale, and the frigthening fact is that human values can be found less and less in them. The Voisingers is a novel approach to each song by the newly born transcripts, a new community, a decision that evaluates and realizes - considering musical needs of young people more than ever - the further development of the world-famous Hungarian choral music  less

[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...

[The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from almost 30 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 ac...

• 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  

The choir was founded in 1984 as a result of the efforts of Marie Dowler of Ryerson's English department and became a success under the direction of Matthew Jaskiewicz. In 1985 the choir became an Oakham House society open to Ryerson students, faculty and...  moreThe choir was founded in 1984 as a result of the efforts of Marie Dowler of Ryerson's English department and became a success under the direction of Matthew Jaskiewicz. In 1985 the choir became an Oakham House society open to Ryerson students, faculty and staff. In 1987 membership was opened to the general public. The choir is currently made up of Ryerson undergraduates and alumni, current and retired faculty members and people from all ages and walks of life in the community. It ranges in size from 60-80 members. A core of long term members makes it possible to maintain high standards and perform a demanding repertoire. Under Matthew's direction, the choir has performed over 50 concerts and on several occasions performed at Ryerson graduation ceremonies. In 1986 the choir competed in three categories at the Kiwanis Festival, winning first place in two categories and receiving high marks in all three. The choir continues to perform two major choral works per season in at least two concerts accompanied b...    less