[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Once upon a time you could only hear your favourite song if you travelled to a live performance. It was a special, one-off, shared experience.   ...

Stellenbosch University Choir, conducted by world renowned andré van der Merwe, was recently crowned as Champions of the 2012 World Choir Games in the categories Musica Sacra and Mixed Choirs. they shared their Music with Choirs from around the world. Thi...  moreStellenbosch University Choir, conducted by world renowned andré van der Merwe, was recently crowned as Champions of the 2012 World Choir Games in the categories Musica Sacra and Mixed Choirs. they shared their Music with Choirs from around the world. This video encapsulates the journey.  

#Muzaria #DarrenBartlett #WayfaringStranger www.darrenbartlett.co.uk Copyright DMB Music 2000-2020 A haunting rendition of this folk tune featuring soloist Joanne McIntosh and the vocal talents of singing ensemble Muzaria. Music & Lyrics Anon ...  more#Muzaria #DarrenBartlett #WayfaringStranger www.darrenbartlett.co.uk Copyright DMB Music 2000-2020 A haunting rendition of this folk tune featuring soloist Joanne McIntosh and the vocal talents of singing ensemble Muzaria. Music & Lyrics Anon Arrangement Darren Bartlett Keys & Sound Engineer Alvin Allison Photo by Claude Alleva www.muzaria.weebly.com  

formed primarily as a recording and backing ensemble of male voices some 30 years ago under the direction of Alan Simmons, the Mastersingers evolved into its present format of four female and eight male voices, the unique voicing – SATTBB - in 1993. We c...  moreformed primarily as a recording and backing ensemble of male voices some 30 years ago under the direction of Alan Simmons, the Mastersingers evolved into its present format of four female and eight male voices, the unique voicing – SATTBB - in 1993. We currently need another 2nd Tenor  

we sing in the Brecht-Eisler tradition and prefer modern Music with a politically interesting content

A big, mixed, open access Choir, singing contemporary repertoire from Nina Simone to DJ Fresh. the emphasis is on enjoying singing together with lots of energy and enthusiasm. Everything is taught by ear - no written Music is used at all. We perform ...  moreA big, mixed, open access Choir, singing contemporary repertoire from Nina Simone to DJ Fresh. the emphasis is on enjoying singing together with lots of energy and enthusiasm. Everything is taught by ear - no written Music is used at all. We perform at community events and have members from across the mid-Cornwall area.  

This is an arrangement of an Acadian folksong entitled “Marie Madeleine” (more commonly classified in the French-Canadian folksong repertoire as “Une petite vache noire”). This short, lively SATB piece is loads of fun and highlights the quintessential ...  moreThis is an arrangement of an Acadian folksong entitled “Marie Madeleine” (more commonly classified in the French-Canadian folksong repertoire as “Une petite vache noire”). This short, lively SATB piece is loads of fun and highlights the quintessential elements of the Acadian folksong tradition: podorythmie (seated foot-tapping), diddlage (mouth Music), and the spoons. But, it also stretches the tradition to include more modern elements. Don’t be fooled by thinking this is just a simple folksong. It is a challenging and complex piece that reflects the innate Musicality of this long-standing Canadian oral tradition. Though this folksong can be found in other parts of French Canada, I chose to feature the Acadian dialect in this rendition because it is emblematic of the role that language sometime plays in creating social inequity. Story synopsis: for those unfamiliar with the language, this video helps tell the song’s funny story of a young woman, Marie Madeleine, who has a rather difficult relationship w...    less

Chorale Africa is a Choir of excellence. Our mission is ‘to enrich lives and influence culture by performing Music from different cultures and periods at the highest level of artistic excellence.’ We are poised to be the leading Choir in Africa within the...  moreChorale Africa is a Choir of excellence. Our mission is ‘to enrich lives and influence culture by performing Music from different cultures and periods at the highest level of artistic excellence.’ We are poised to be the leading Choir in Africa within the next 5 years. the Choir displays artistic excellence through detailed attention to the major aspects of performance including the ensemble, singing, choreography, among others. Impacting society with our Music and performances is very dear to us and we will embark of life-changing social impact programs and activities in 2018 and beyond. Our Choir will be built on a commitment to professionalism, excellence and social impact. Chorale Africa will thrive on the strength of partnership and support from people like you and we look forward to your support as we pursue our vision ‘to be the leading Choir in Africa….’  less

"Ladies of Melody Choir" A specialized female Choir in singing the Syrian, Levantine, and Arab heritage. the "Ladies of Melody Choir" was founded in the city of Tartus in November 2022 by Maestro Bishr Issa, a graduate of the Hi...  more "Ladies of Melody Choir" A specialized female Choir in singing the Syrian, Levantine, and Arab heritage. the "Ladies of Melody Choir" was founded in the city of Tartus in November 2022 by Maestro Bishr Issa, a graduate of the Higher Institute of Music and a Musician in the Syrian National Symphony Orchestra. He was also the former conductor of the "Chamber Choir of the High Institute of Music" in Damascus, and the conductor of the "Urjwan Choirs" in Tartous. the main goal of establishing the "Ladies of Melody Choir" was to highlight the role of Arab women in the cultural and Musical scene, introduce the culture of choral and collective singing in its contemporary concept to the local artistic culture, and revive the authentic Musical heritage of the Levant and the Arab world, which has begun to disappear and decline in the face of superficiality and degradation dominating the general Arab artistic scene. In addition to dedicating Arabic singing in its ...    less

A part of the Choir's winning performance at the 60th Croatian Youth Music Festival held in May 2017 in Varaždin. www.facebook.com/m.marulic.Choir m.marulic_Choir@yahoo.com camera operator: Danijela Visković-Veršić recording and production: Bernar...  moreA part of the Choir's winning performance at the 60th Croatian Youth Music Festival held in May 2017 in Varaždin. www.facebook.com/m.marulic.Choir m.marulic_Choir@yahoo.com camera operator: Danijela Visković-Veršić recording and production: Bernard Kahle www.facebook.com/BKrecordings b.kahle@yahoo.com