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Belle Canto
This diverse ensemble of adult female voices shares the common goal of making high quality Choral music. Belle Canto was the first choir formed in the Cantilon family and remains its only adult ensemble. In touring and recording, Belle Canto has disting... moreThis diverse ensemble of adult female voices shares the common goal of making high quality Choral music. Belle Canto was the first choir formed in the Cantilon family and remains its only adult ensemble. In touring and recording, Belle Canto has distinguished itself as one of today’s foremost women’s ensembles.
Originally a group of University students, the choir now consists of amateur singers from all walks of life. Belle Canto particularly enjoys exploring the contemporary repertoire of Eastern Europe and Scandinavia and has recorded much of this repertoire on their disc, Invocation. less
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Renaissance Singers of Blackburn Cathedral
The Renaissance Singers are one of the leading Choral ensembles in the North West. The group give a varied annual programme of concerts each year at Blackburn Cathedral (where they are based), and also take part in a number of services there throughout th... moreThe Renaissance Singers are one of the leading Choral ensembles in the North West. The group give a varied annual programme of concerts each year at Blackburn Cathedral (where they are based), and also take part in a number of services there throughout the church year.
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David Rain: "Psalm 23" (Sung by Matthew Curtis)
Psalm 23 is dedicated to my aunt Patricia Shaw of Vancouver, as this is her favourite Psalm.
Two points of note:
First, the composition grew out of the feeling that all 4 voices should start on the same note, grow outwards and then come back to that... morePsalm 23 is dedicated to my aunt Patricia Shaw of Vancouver, as this is her favourite Psalm.
Two points of note:
First, the composition grew out of the feeling that all 4 voices should start on the same note, grow outwards and then come back to that same note at the end. The rest just seemed to evolve on its own, seemingly guided by some external force.
Second, unusually, I have asked choirs (where possible) to sing this without any breaks, via staggered breathing, as I wanted to highlight the deep conviction underlying the words of the Psalm, as one single thread of deep belief that moves from beginning to end.
Sincere thanks to Matthew Curtis (Choraltracks.com) for recording "Psalm 23."
As always, comments are welcomed. Email me at rain@magma.ca, if you'd like more info.
I would like to acknowledge the a cappella choir that I sing in, The Stairwell Carollers, and our director Pierre Massie, for their musical inspiration these past 26 years.
I would also like to thank my friends in our "Ad ... less
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Schola Cantorum on Hudson
Schola Cantorum on Hudson was founded as a Choral ensemble in 1995, and performs its full concert season in both Manhattan and New Jersey. We believe that music can positively impact and enrich lives. Our performances reflect this belief in their use of... moreSchola Cantorum on Hudson was founded as a Choral ensemble in 1995, and performs its full concert season in both Manhattan and New Jersey. We believe that music can positively impact and enrich lives. Our performances reflect this belief in their use of such seasonal themes as ‘freedom’ and ‘healing’ and ‘our mother earth;’ and in presentation of mostly new music in a way that is accessible. Our educational programs reflect this belief by training emerging professionals, planting seeds within young people for a lifetime of music involvement, and growing the skills of our own members. Our commitment to new Choral music reflects this belief even beyond our substantial performance commitment through Project Encore™ and our Featured Composer Program. Substantially more than a singing group, SCH is unique in many respects that reflects both a breadth and a depth that bespeaks the full meaning of a ‘schola’ (‘school’).
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CWU Chamber Choir/Gjeilo: "Ubi Caritas II" with piano improv
"Ubi Caritas II: Through Infinite Ages" (Ola Gjeilo) is sung by The Central Washington University Chamber Choir (Gary Weidenaar, director), with an improvised piano accompaniment played by the composer.
In May, 2013, composer Ola Gjeilo spent 3 days on... more"Ubi Caritas II: Through Infinite Ages" (Ola Gjeilo) is sung by The Central Washington University Chamber Choir (Gary Weidenaar, director), with an improvised piano accompaniment played by the composer.
In May, 2013, composer Ola Gjeilo spent 3 days on the Central Washington University Campus to join the choir in recording 4 of his pieces. The other three were "Sanctus", "Luminous Night of the Soul", and "Vast Eternal Skies"
This performance of Gjeilo's "Ubi Caritas II" is from that session, which included a rendition of the piece sung in in its published (unaccompanied) version as well.
This was Mr. Gjeilo's second time on our campus, the first was in the spring of 2011, which resulted in 5 videos and a DVD (http://goo.gl/Xld0o)
As of 2013, the CWU Chamber Choir also has recorded videos of the music of Byrd, Monteverdi, Muehleisen, Singh, Victoria, and Rautavaara on YouTube.
The other CWU Chamber Choir videos can be found at:
www.youtube.com/CWUmusicdept
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I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
Arrangement written and performed by Dr. Jeanette Gallant with Choral accompaniment by the Hong Kong Children's Choir and members of the Vancouver Chamber Choir.
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Carols in the Courtyard at Apley farm Shop
Come and join 'Carols in the Courtyard' at Apley Farm Shop, Norton with Bridgnorth Choral Society on Saturday 10th December between 4pm and 6pm. It promises to be a popular festive family event. The children can also enjoy a ...
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Dulaman (McGlynn) - The Vocal Art Ensemble
This work served as one of the 'water' pieces for The Vocal Art Ensemble's 5th Anniversary "GODAI--Choral Music Summoning the Five Ancient Elements" concerts, alluding to the changing and sometimes playfully tumultuous properties of the sea.