Noel by Théophile Gautier setting for two altos and guitar poem translated into English by S N Solomons, music composed and performed (multitrack) by D W Solomons (dwsChorale) the Sky is dark, the earth is white, oh bells ring out with joy Je...  moreNoel by Théophile Gautier setting for two altos and guitar poem translated into English by S N Solomons, music composed and performed (multitrack) by D W Solomons (dwsChorale) the Sky is dark, the earth is white, oh bells ring out with joy Jesus is born, the Virgin quiet shelters her baby boy. Noel Noel Noel bells ring out with joy! No wraps No festooned curtains spread to shield the child from frost nothing but flimsy spider webs trail from the beams aloft. He shivers in that cold stable this Jesus child so dear, and so to warm him in the cradle, the ass and ox draw near. the snow hangs down in lacy fringe. But far above the heavens swell reveal the angel choir that sings to men Noel Noel  less

Now in its 24th season, CapriCCio continues to captivate audiences with outstanding performances of choral music ranging from the 15th century to the present, from Tallis and Gabrieli to Pärt, Whitacre and even younger contemporaries, from simple folk son...  moreNow in its 24th season, CapriCCio continues to captivate audiences with outstanding performances of choral music ranging from the 15th century to the present, from Tallis and Gabrieli to Pärt, Whitacre and even younger contemporaries, from simple folk songs to Bach’s B Minor Mass and Handel’s Messiah, all performed in Capriccio’s signature style: virtuosic clarity with a sensitive, compelling spirit.  

From EnChor's "Stars are With the Voyager" pre-New York concert. March 16, 2014 - Christ Church Calgary

Gaudete, gaudete! Christus est natus Ex Maria virgine, gaudete! Rejoice, rejoice! Christ is born Of the Virgin Mary — rejoice! Tempus adest gratiæ Hoc quod optabamus, the time of grace has come— what we wished for, Carmina lætitiæ Devote...  moreGaudete, gaudete! Christus est natus Ex Maria virgine, gaudete! Rejoice, rejoice! Christ is born Of the Virgin Mary — rejoice! Tempus adest gratiæ Hoc quod optabamus, the time of grace has come— what we wished for, Carmina lætitiæ Devote reddamus. songs of joy Let us render in faith. Deus homo factus est Natura mirante, God has become man, As nature marvels Mundus renovatus est A Christo regnante. the world has been renewed By Christ who reigns Ezechielis porta Clausa pertransitur, We pass through the closed gate of Ezekiel Unde lux est orta Salus invenitur. From the place whence light has risen, Salvation is found. Ergo nostra concio Psallat iam in lustro; therefore let our gathering Now sing brightly Benedicat Domino: Salus Regi nostro. Let it give praise to the Lord: Salvation to our King.  less

Highlights of Collegium Singers' Christmas concert, December 2012, performed at St John's Church, Wellington, Somerset. the concert - 'the Glory of the English Carol' - traced the history of the English carol from Medieval times to the 20th Century. C...  moreHighlights of Collegium Singers' Christmas concert, December 2012, performed at St John's Church, Wellington, Somerset. the concert - 'the Glory of the English Carol' - traced the history of the English carol from Medieval times to the 20th Century. Collegium Singers is a chamber choir based in Somerset, UK, and conducted by Peter Leech. www.collegiumsingers.org Filmed by Mari Yamamura  

Feeling Good by Nina Simone (excerpt) "Birds flying high You know how I feel Sun in the Sky You know how I feel Breeze driftin' on by You know how I feel It's a new dawn It's a new day It's a new life for me And I'm feeling good" Follow me:...  moreFeeling Good by Nina Simone (excerpt) "Birds flying high You know how I feel Sun in the Sky You know how I feel Breeze driftin' on by You know how I feel It's a new dawn It's a new day It's a new life for me And I'm feeling good" Follow me: Twitter - https://twitter.com/billheigen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/billheigencomposer Linkedin - http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bill-heigen/65/385/702/en Instagram - https://instagram.com/billheigen/ Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/bill-heigen  less

the Kinge's Quire singing music by composer Ethan McGrath. This is a setting of a medieval text that is descriptive of the circumstance and emotion at the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

Our Mission: Deo Cantamus exists to serve, educate, and promote worship, using quality instrumental and vocal music that glorifies our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We pursue excellence in an effort to worship our God and bring others closer to Him. ...  moreOur Mission: Deo Cantamus exists to serve, educate, and promote worship, using quality instrumental and vocal music that glorifies our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We pursue excellence in an effort to worship our God and bring others closer to Him. Statement of Purpose: Deo Cantamus is an organization of musicians Whose purpose is to worship the true and living God through the performance of and instruction in quality vocal and instrumental music. Because worshipping God is our fundamental intention, this necessarily requires that we be in right relationship with the God we worship. We believe that this is only possible through faith in Jesus Christ. therefore, we as individuals are followers of Jesus Christ. We believe that Jesus is the fully divine and fully human Son of God. His death and resurrection is the only means by which people can have forgiveness of their sins and eternal life. We believe that the guilt of our sins was entirely charged against Him on the cross. On the sole condition of t...    less

the Crosby Capriol Singers perform seasonal concerts with a varied programme throughout the year. In addition we are frequently asked to sing at local events, weddings and celebrations. the Society was started in 1960, under our founder Gerald Brown, a...  morethe Crosby Capriol Singers perform seasonal concerts with a varied programme throughout the year. In addition we are frequently asked to sing at local events, weddings and celebrations. the Society was started in 1960, under our founder Gerald Brown, and we are still going strong. We are now led by James Gallagher, who has been working with us since 2009. We invite local young soloists and professionals to perform with us. Our repertoire ranges from 16th Century works to those of living composers and covers both major serious and popular works. Tickets for our concerts are available at www.wegottickets.com/crosbycapriolsingers  less

A beautiful song composed by Fr. Donatus Chukwuedo highlighting on the total submission of priests of God, in all circumstances, to the vocation of the Catholic Priesthood (instituted by Christ Jesus, the high Priest, at the Lord's Supper. Now commemorate...  moreA beautiful song composed by Fr. Donatus Chukwuedo highlighting on the total submission of priests of God, in all circumstances, to the vocation of the Catholic Priesthood (instituted by Christ Jesus, the high Priest, at the Lord's Supper. Now commemorated on the Holy Thursday). This song is premiered by Friends of St. Val (FSV).