2013.5.20 北歐音畫夏季音樂會 2 大東文化藝術中心演藝廳 指揮: 科勒.漢肯 Kåre Hanken Fünf Gesänge, op. 104 - Johannes Brahms 五首歌曲，作品104 - 布拉姆斯 浪漫時期德國作曲家布拉姆斯（Johannes Brahms, 1833-97），在1863年起擔任維也納合唱團（Vienna Singakademie）指揮，開啟他寫作混聲合唱曲的興趣，重要作品有《德意志安魂曲》（Ein deutsches Requiem,...  more2013.5.20 北歐音畫夏季音樂會 2 大東文化藝術中心演藝廳 指揮: 科勒.漢肯 Kåre Hanken Fünf Gesänge, op. 104 - Johannes Brahms 五首歌曲，作品104 - 布拉姆斯 浪漫時期德國作曲家布拉姆斯（Johannes Brahms, 1833-97），在1863年起擔任維也納合唱團（Vienna Singakademie）指揮，開啟他寫作混聲合唱曲的興趣，重要作品有《德意志安魂曲》（Ein deutsches Requiem, 1868）、《愛的華爾茲》（Liebeslieder Waltzes, 1869）等，1888年的《五首歌曲》（Fünf Gesänge, op. 104）是他無伴奏合唱代表作，已經五十五歲的布拉姆斯，挑選五段晦暗的歌詞，悲嘆青春的流逝，六聲部混聲合唱，以厚重的塊狀和弦在複雜的和聲中掙扎：第一、二樂章的歌詞均取自呂克特（Friedrich Rückert, 1788-1866）的詩〈夜哨〉（Nachtwache），第一樂章以B小調極弱的音量開始，營造出全曲陰鬱的基調，徹夜無眠的悲傷；全曲篇幅最短的第二樂章（僅21小節），明亮的降E大調，跳進音型模仿守夜者的號角聲，但安慰與歡愉是短暫的。第三樂章，F小調，歌詞作者是作曲家的好友卡爾貝克（Max Kalbeck, 1850-1921），佈滿休止符的樂句，歌者短促的呼吸就像落葉的凋零，中段轉至F大調描寫陽光灑在薔薇上的喜悅，但希望隨即幻滅，回到F小調作結。第四樂章，D小調，是全曲速度最快的樂章，跳躍的三拍子呈現凡慈（Josef Wenzig, 1807-76）詩作中，青春流逝的剎那。最著名的第五樂章，C小調，一改前四樂章的厚織度六部合唱，是簡約的四聲部，呈現凋零的淒涼，歌詞是全曲最長的葛羅特（Klaus Groth, 1819-99）三段詩詞，緩慢地將無盡愁思帶入死亡，最後轉入C大調，如得到救贖般，安靜地結束全曲。 1. Nachtwache I Leise Töne der Brust, geweckt vom Odem der Liebe, Hauchet zitternd hinaus, ob sich euch öffen' ein Ohr, Öffn' ein liebendes Herz, und wenn sich keines euch öffn...    less

The Choral Society is a 150-voice Ensemble of experienced professional and avocational singers who volunteer their time and talents in the service of the choral art form. Supported by some of New York’s finest freelance orchestra players, the Choral Soci...  moreThe Choral Society is a 150-voice Ensemble of experienced professional and avocational singers who volunteer their time and talents in the service of the choral art form. Supported by some of New York’s finest freelance orchestra players, the Choral Society’s concerts are designed to bring the arts directly to the community through the uniquely inclusive medium of choral singing. The Choral Society is in residence at Grace Church in New York, one of the city’s most beloved landmarks.  

formed by Debra Shearer-Dirié in 2009, Fusion has become known for it performances of diverse repertoire with exceptional beauty. The group was formed with some of Brisbane’s best and most experienced Ensemble singers, most of whom sing regularly with o...  more formed by Debra Shearer-Dirié in 2009, Fusion has become known for it performances of diverse repertoire with exceptional beauty. The group was formed with some of Brisbane’s best and most experienced Ensemble singers, most of whom sing regularly with other choirs in and around the city and have extensive performing and touring experience both around Australia and internationally. The singers range across an assortment of careers, from educators to environmental engineers, and from students to musicians. They are drawn together because of their passion for singing and produce an energy in performance that immediately connects with their audience. In programming, Fusion specialises in early and new music – from Jean Mouton and Juan Gutiérrez de Padilla to Cyrillus Kreek, Arvo Pärt, and Henryk Mikolaj Górecki. The Ensemble prides itself on delivering an artistic product that combines choral maturity with youthful vibrancy to bring a fresh sound to music that is not often performed in the region.  less

On Friday 12th July 2013, The Kaos Organisation will host a fundraising event of celebrity art and auction fun. The event is to raise money for The Kaos Signing Choir for Deaf and Hearing Children.What is The Kaos Organisation?The Kaos Organisation is a...

"Demain, dès l'aube" is dedicated to my dear friend Lillian Holowka and her partner Donald Bergen, who died less than a year apart in 2013 and 2014. Victor Hugo's heart-wrenching 1847 poem describes a walk he plans to take tomorrow morning ("Demain, dè...  more"Demain, dès l'aube" is dedicated to my dear friend Lillian Holowka and her partner Donald Bergen, who died less than a year apart in 2013 and 2014. Victor Hugo's heart-wrenching 1847 poem describes a walk he plans to take tomorrow morning ("Demain, dès l'aube") through the countryside to his daughter Léopoldine's grave four years after her tragic death in a boating accident, which also took the life of her husband Charles who had tried to save her. Sincere thanks to Matthew Curtis (choraltracks.com) for recording "Demain, dès l'aube." To purchase the sheet music for this song, please contact: info@leadingnote.com. 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 hoc Chorale" for testing out this piece in one of our informal workshops and offering valuable comments. And with deepest appreciation to my brother Adam Rain and m...    less

Jamaica Youth Chorale Rehearsal May 2013 Wake Me Up Lord Uzee Brown Such a beautiful and haunting piece. www.jamaicayouthchorale.org

Live 23/11/2013 Cantoria Sine Nomine (Italy) conductor Carlo Andriollo

"Mourning Dove", an original Christmas carol written by Pierre Massie, performed by The Stairwell Carollers on Dec 15, 2007 at their "30 Years of Song" concert. Listen for the call of the dove in the melody line. The Stairwell Carollers are an a Cappella...  more"Mourning Dove", an original Christmas carol written by Pierre Massie, performed by The Stairwell Carollers on Dec 15, 2007 at their "30 Years of Song" concert. Listen for the call of the dove in the melody line. The Stairwell Carollers are an a Cappella Ottawa choir, formed in 1977 by director Pierre Massie. A non-profit organization, they raise funds for local charities through concert, CD and cookbook sales. Buy our CDs!!! "Mourning Dove " is available on our "Mourning Dove" CD. http://www.stairwellcarollers.com/Purchases.html  less

Cantores Celestes Women's Choir Kelly Galbraith: Director Tom Power: Guitar John Showman: Fiddle recorded on Dec 6, 2014 'An Appalachian Christmas' recorded by Patric McGroarty www.cantorescelestes.com http://www.facebook.com/CantoresCelestes ht...  moreCantores Celestes Women's Choir Kelly Galbraith: Director Tom Power: Guitar John Showman: Fiddle recorded on Dec 6, 2014 'An Appalachian Christmas' recorded by Patric McGroarty www.cantorescelestes.com http://www.facebook.com/CantoresCelestes http://www.youtube.com/user/cantorescelestes http://twitter.com/Cantores_Choir