We're a Choir of about 15 people, singing secular music from all genres and from all times (from the sixteenth century onwards, that is). And provided that it's a cappella music. Even within these limits, there's still an awful lot of pieces left ...

"Jól" by Mist Þorkelsdóttir. Text by Sigurbjörn Einarsson. Recorded live on December 7, 2014, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Chamber Singers Ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: W...  more"Jól" by Mist Þorkelsdóttir. Text by Sigurbjörn Einarsson. Recorded live on December 7, 2014, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Chamber Singers Ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: Wallis Peterson. "Jól" (Yule) is an Icelandic carol depicting the Christmas Eve Nativity scene and wishing endless blessings for the mother Mary. The poem was written by Sigurbjörn Einarsson, former Bishop of Iceland, and grandfather of the composer, Mist Þorkelsdóttir.  less

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I’m always on the lookout for new songs to use with my singing workshops and Choirs.   Sara Bareilles in concert by Anirudh Koul   Th...

Chamber Choir Cantate is a unique female Choir founded by conductor Gerard Franck in 1970. It has been directed by conductor Dion Ritten since 2002. It may consider itself one of the Netherlands' best Vocal Ensembles. The Choir works on quality and innova...  moreChamber Choir Cantate is a unique female Choir founded by conductor Gerard Franck in 1970. It has been directed by conductor Dion Ritten since 2002. It may consider itself one of the Netherlands' best Vocal Ensembles. The Choir works on quality and innovation in the field of female choral singing. Cantate is generally praised for its natural way of making music, excellent balance, purity, atmosphere and musicality. Whether it concerns secular or religious music, every single Chamber Choir Cantate's concert is an exceptional experience and the Choir, therefore, can count on enthusiastic audiences and favourable reviews from the national and international choral world. Read more: www.kamerkoorcantate.nl  less

XII- International Choir Festival “Music & Sea” 17-22 September 2024 Paralia, Greece The International Choir festival "Music & Sea" takes place annually in the middle of September in the beau...  moreXII- International Choir Festival “Music & Sea” 17-22 September 2024 Paralia, Greece The International Choir festival "Music & Sea" takes place annually in the middle of September in the beautiful village of Paralia, Greece. Paralia is a touristic seaside village situated on the west coast of the Thermaic Gulf and in the shadow of Olympus. The Festival has two parts: competitive and non-competitive. However, the character and the main concept of both parts is joining music, vacation, friendship and fun. The idea of the Festival is to bring the music closer to the people and to present the music on the streets and the squares of Paralia, Olympic Beach and Katerini. All Choir Ensembles, regardless of the members’ gender and age can apply for participation at the Festival.  less

Johannes Brahms - O schöne Nacht The Jerusalem Oratorio Chamber Choir Conducted by Ofer dal Lal. Piano: Victor Stanislavsky From a concert performed at the Brigham Young (Mormon) University, Jerusalem on January 19, 2013. In the background - a view of...  moreJohannes Brahms - O schöne Nacht The Jerusalem Oratorio Chamber Choir Conducted by Ofer dal Lal. Piano: Victor Stanislavsky From a concert performed at the Brigham Young (Mormon) University, Jerusalem on January 19, 2013. In the background - a view of Jerusalem by night (notice the Golden Dome between the two middle pillars) O schöne Nacht! Am Himmel märchenhaft Erglänzt der Mond in seiner ganzen Pracht; Um ihn der kleinen Sterne liebliche Genossenschaft. Es schimmert hell der Tau Am grünen Halm; mit Macht Im Fliederbusche schlägt die Nachtigall; Der Knabe schleicht zu seiner Liebsten sacht - O schöne Nacht! Write us - oratorio.jerusalem@gmail.com - - - יוהנס ברהמס !הו ליל-יִפעָה המקהלה הקאמרית אורטוריו ירושלים מנצח - עופר דלאל פסנתר - ויקטור סטניסלבסקי  less