Patapan is a traditional song from the Burgundy region in France. It’s also known in English as Willie Take Your Little Drum. It was written by Bernard de la Monnoye around 1700. My English version here is a singing translation, so Feel free to sing ...  morePatapan is a traditional song from the Burgundy region in France. It’s also known in English as Willie Take Your Little Drum. It was written by Bernard de la Monnoye around 1700. My English version here is a singing translation, so Feel free to sing along in English :-) Guillaume prends ton tambourin Toi, prends ta flûte, Robin; Au son de ces instruments "Turelurelu, patapatapan" Au son de ces instruments Je dirai Noel gaîment. Willie take your little drum With your flute oh Robin come With the sound of flute and drum tootle tootle toot, bing a bang a boom with the flute and with the drum I will say Nowell with joy. C'était la mode autrefois De louer le Roi des rois Au son de ces instruments "Turelurelu, patapatapan" Au son de ces instruments Il nous en faut faire autant. In the Goodly olden days The king of kings we'd praise with the drum and with the flute tootle tootle toot, bing a bang a boom, with the flute and with the drum we should do alike just so  less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   There are some workshop and choir leaders who work through fear. They are not particularly nice people, but they do get Good results.   phot...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I’m all in favour of confident singers (see How to be a confident singer). The problem is there are two kinds and one of them can be disruptive...

This day is special in some countries, among them Hungary and Germany: It is Santa Claus Day!   According to tradition, on this day Santa Claus puts a bag of sweets and other Goodies into the shoes of children who were Good during the year.  ...

Choral music is currently going through a renaissance with hundreds of professional and amateur choirs singing all across the world. But what makes the sound, and in particular the sound of a professional group, so appealing? In this essay, I look at the ...  moreChoral music is currently going through a renaissance with hundreds of professional and amateur choirs singing all across the world. But what makes the sound, and in particular the sound of a professional group, so appealing? In this essay, I look at the science behind the notes to find out why choral music sounds so Good. ▶ Support my channel: https://www.patreon.com/listeningin ▶ Subscribe: https://bit.ly/2PlVaMS ____________________ ▶ Website: http://www.barnabymartin.com ▶ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BarnabyMartin FURTHER READING Choral Phonetics - when vowels control the intonation [Wolfgang Saus]: https://www.oberton.org/wp-content/uploads/ws-Choral-Phonetics-vh-2.pdf CHOIRS FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO Tenebrae Choir: https://www.tenebrae-choir.com/ Voces8: https://voces8.com/ Illuminare Choir: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnDCENlgvXo The Choir of Westminster Abbey: https://www.westminster-abbey.org/worship-music/music/the-abbey-choir-and-musicians/the-choir The Kingdom Choir: https://ki...    less

As Kenya celebrates 50 years of Independence, we Feel honored being a part of this great nation and we sing a song in praise of our nation, its people and the rich heritage that we have. Long live Kenya. Written & Arranged by: Henry Wanjala

This unique combination of two choirs features friends, colleagues and family members - mother and daughter, cousins, siblings, aunties and uncles - you can really Feel this strong closeness and family vibe. This tailor made arrangement, from Musical Dire...  moreThis unique combination of two choirs features friends, colleagues and family members - mother and daughter, cousins, siblings, aunties and uncles - you can really Feel this strong closeness and family vibe. This tailor made arrangement, from Musical Director Darren Bartlett, maximises the vocal extremities of the voices from both choirs and features soloists from 7 yrs upwards. The children absolutely light up and are supported but have the depth and experience from vocal ensemble Muzaria. Enjoy this heartfelt, endearing version of A Million Dreams! A Million Dreams Written by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul Copyright 2017 Breathlike Music, Pick In A PInch Music & TCF Music Publishing Inc Arrangement Darren Marc Bartlett This Arrangement Copyright DMB Music 2018 Vocals Muzaria & Dynamix Children's Choir Soloists Elisha Heckford Kim Martin Daisy Mills Keys Alvin Allison Video Production Kingsbere Designs www.dmbmusic.co.uk www.darrenbartlett.co.uk Copyright DMB MUSIC 2000-2...    less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Many men (and some women) complain about not having much vocal power on low notes. photo by GigNroll.com If you have Good power, control and volume in the ...

We are directed by Charles West, a patient and perceptive guy with a Good sense of humour who quickly identifies where and when we need his help and guidance. We sing a variety of music which, in some cases, is arranged by Charles. We rehearse, with a...  moreWe are directed by Charles West, a patient and perceptive guy with a Good sense of humour who quickly identifies where and when we need his help and guidance. We sing a variety of music which, in some cases, is arranged by Charles. We rehearse, with a break for chat and refreshment at St Leonards Primary School in Exeter on Wednesday evenings.  

A Ho Ho Ho Lot of Harmony show will be at 2 pm and also at 7 pm on Saturday, Dec. 7. The Music City Chorus and, we, its female counterpart TuneTown Show Chorus will entertain with chord-ringing precision, humor and Good cheer.   The a cappella prog...