Recognized across North America as one of Canada’s best choral ensembles, the 80-strong, mixed-voice St. Lawrence Choir performs Music from the classical choral repertoire as well as contemporary works by Canadian and other composers. 2011-2012 marks the...  moreRecognized across North America as one of Canada’s best choral ensembles, the 80-strong, mixed-voice St. Lawrence Choir performs Music from the classical choral repertoire as well as contemporary works by Canadian and other composers. 2011-2012 marks the 40th anniversary season of the St. Lawrence Choir. Since 2008 the St. Lawrence Choir has been under the direction of Michael Zaugg. the Swiss-born Musician has distinguished himself as an innovative and versatile conductor on the Canadian choral scene. Active as artistic director, guest conductor, pedagogue and clinician, Michael Zaugg brings a wealth of experience and creativity to his work. St. Lawrence Choir was formed in 1972 by Iwan Edwards and a group of singers residing in the West Island of Montreal. Concerts were presented in Lachine until 1983 when the Choir relocated to downtown Montreal. Since 1986, the Choir has regularly appeared with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra as the largest component of the MSO chorus, and has made numerous recordin...    less

Albion sing a new setting of the extraordinary poem by WB Yeats, 'He wishes for the cloths of heaven'. the Music is by Fraser Wilson. Georgia Ball did some great filming. More details and buy the sheet Music at www.albionChoir.org.uk. Also see www.f...  moreAlbion sing a new setting of the extraordinary poem by WB Yeats, 'He wishes for the cloths of heaven'. the Music is by Fraser Wilson. Georgia Ball did some great filming. More details and buy the sheet Music at www.albionChoir.org.uk. Also see www.facebook.com/albionChoir @albion_Choir  

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  

In 2012, Travis Branam started a group that has redefined Denver’s dynamic choral scene.  the non-auditioned community Choir comprised of 6th-12th grade students is part of the Colorado Children’s Chorale program.  the name of the ch...

the Community Choir of Arizona is dedicated to making it easier to say “yes” to singing and helping you rediscover the joy of making Music! We teach you how to sing, push your Musical limits, and offer a space to interact with fellow community members.

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.  

[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.   ...

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

#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  

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