For the 25th anniversary concert, Bell'Arte alumni joined with current choir members, with Stephen Hatfield conducting his own compositions, including "Hard Shoulder". Stephen Hatfield on Hard Shoulder: written to honour the House of Compassion, a ...  moreFor the 25th anniversary concert, Bell'Arte alumni joined with current choir members, with Stephen Hatfield conducting his own compositions, including "Hard Shoulder". Stephen Hatfield on Hard Shoulder: written to honour the House of Compassion, a Toronto outreach to street people, Hard Shoulder is narrated by the street people themselves. Although there is no explicit language, the reality of life on the streets is still presented in an unvarnished way that hits audiences where they didn't expect to be hit. The struggle of the homeless, and of the people who wish to help them, is presented without platitudes, without sentimentality, and without easy answers, but the final message of the piece is humanitarian with a capital H.  less

This canon by Mozart was originally written for 5 sopranos in canon. I have arranged it for altos and performed it as the dwsChorale (multitracking). The words are Kyrie eleison - (Lord have mercy) Christe eleison - (Christ have mercy) Kyrie eleis...  moreThis canon by Mozart was originally written for 5 sopranos in canon. I have arranged it for altos and performed it as the dwsChorale (multitracking). The words are Kyrie eleison - (Lord have mercy) Christe eleison - (Christ have mercy) Kyrie eleison - (Lord have mercy)  

Please enjoy The Major 4's A Cappella cover of "I See Fire" by Ed Sheeran. Our group consists of four singers: Olivia Howe, Sophie Morgan, Bailey Sako, and Lena Costello. This arrangement was written by the talented Jessica Joan Graham. If you'd like to e...  morePlease enjoy The Major 4's A Cappella cover of "I See Fire" by Ed Sheeran. Our group consists of four singers: Olivia Howe, Sophie Morgan, Bailey Sako, and Lena Costello. This arrangement was written by the talented Jessica Joan Graham. If you'd like to email her about arrangements feel free to do so at jessica.joan.graham@gmail.com. Thank you for watching.  

Canterbury Ladies Choir singing Cantate Domino written by Brian Lewis.

"Shopping" song/music was composed by Sabine Wüsthoff (2014). The song/music is written for equal voices and bodypercussion. The Berlin Girls' Choir, conducted by Sabine Wüsthoff, performed the song during the annual rehearsal week in Kröchlendorff Castle...  more"Shopping" song/music was composed by Sabine Wüsthoff (2014). The song/music is written for equal voices and bodypercussion. The Berlin Girls' Choir, conducted by Sabine Wüsthoff, performed the song during the annual rehearsal week in Kröchlendorff Castle, 1st of April 2015.  

A tu lado - Javier Busto (Alto's Guide) Lyrics: Matías Antón Mena Music Arr.: Javier Busto An absolutely romantic text that a man writes to his wife as a declaration of love. The piece was written for the 50th anniversary of the Habaneras Contest in To...  moreA tu lado - Javier Busto (Alto's Guide) Lyrics: Matías Antón Mena Music Arr.: Javier Busto An absolutely romantic text that a man writes to his wife as a declaration of love. The piece was written for the 50th anniversary of the Habaneras Contest in Torrevieja, Spain. The musical writing has nothing of a traditional habanera. The constant habanera rhythm is not present but must be felt as an internal rhythm. What I have included is the alternation of minor and major modes so typical of habaneras. More Information, contact us: guide4score@gmail.com  less

Famous New Zealand love song. Pokarekare Ana was originally written in 1912 as a bid to win the heart of Paraire Henare Tomoana's beloved, Kuini Ripeka Ryland. Paraire had fallen in love with Kuini but her family refused to give their blessing to a marria...  moreFamous New Zealand love song. Pokarekare Ana was originally written in 1912 as a bid to win the heart of Paraire Henare Tomoana's beloved, Kuini Ripeka Ryland. Paraire had fallen in love with Kuini but her family refused to give their blessing to a marriage between the two. A lovelorn Paraire composed Pokarekare Ana in which he vowed his eternal love. He declared this passion by singing Pokarekare Ana at Te Poho-o-Rawiri Marae to Kuini in front of her Ngati Porou elders. The family was won over by his convincing performance and granted him their daughter's hand. How placid are the ripples of restless Waiapu, Dear they know of your returning, from far across the sea. Dear Heart of mine, I'll wait for thee, My love is thine alone, to eternity. This outdoor performance was the culmination of a six-week project which creates a choir from scratch for one night only. Each winter and summer, Chris Rowbury gathers a random bunch of singers from in and around Ipswich. There are no auditions and all s...    less

This original composition being premiered this afternoon was commissioned by Rainier Chorale “in honor of Ron Bayer, Artistic Director, for his 20 years of dedicated service and leadership.” written by well-known and respected contemporary composer David ...  moreThis original composition being premiered this afternoon was commissioned by Rainier Chorale “in honor of Ron Bayer, Artistic Director, for his 20 years of dedicated service and leadership.” written by well-known and respected contemporary composer David Dickau, it hauntingly sets a very thoughtful text by Will Dromgoole. In it, Dromgoole tells the story of an old man who approaches a deep and wide water-filled chasm. He crosses in the evening as he is unafraid, then builds a bridge to span the tide. A fellow pilgrim questions why an old man would build the bridge, as he would surely never pass this way again in his lifetime. The old man lifts his grey head and responds to the questioning traveler that a youth is to follow after him. He too, would need to cross in the twilight dim. The old man answers, “I am building this bridge for him.” The commission process was an interesting and fascinating one in which to be involved. Dr. Dickau was originally approached a year or so ago by the chorale, and was inter...    less

Cat.No: TKM702. Part of the Accesssible Choral Library series. Here we have one of 2 Upper/Lower part short Glorias by Tim Knight written in a style that makes them appealing and accessible and would make very good Concert or Festival openers. The other G...  moreCat.No: TKM702. Part of the Accesssible Choral Library series. Here we have one of 2 Upper/Lower part short Glorias by Tim Knight written in a style that makes them appealing and accessible and would make very good Concert or Festival openers. The other Gloria is written by David Barton. Showcase your choir on our #youtube channel - we offer free music and promotion in return for a recording - please contact mail@timknightmusic.com for more info! See what other specialist services we offer (including commissions, singing holidays, choir and concert management workshops and composition courses) at www.timknightmusic.com. In the UK, all Tim Knight Music is distributed by and can be ordered through Spartan Press quoting the catalogue number on 01528 544770 http://www.spartanpress.co.uk/ or via www.timknightmusic.com shop page. Some pieces are also available via https://www.musicroom.com/. Those without a ‘TKM’ prefix can be ordered directly from the publisher’s website – please contact mail@timknightmusic.c...    less

A tu lado - Javier Busto (Sopran's Guide) Lyrics: Matías Antón Mena Music Arr.: Javier Busto An absolutely romantic text that a man writes to his wife as a declaration of love. The piece was written for the 50th anniversary of the Habaneras Contest in ...  moreA tu lado - Javier Busto (Sopran's Guide) Lyrics: Matías Antón Mena Music Arr.: Javier Busto An absolutely romantic text that a man writes to his wife as a declaration of love. The piece was written for the 50th anniversary of the Habaneras Contest in Torrevieja, Spain. The musical writing has nothing of a traditional habanera. The constant habanera rhythm is not present but must be felt as an internal rhythm. What I have included is the alternation of minor and major modes so typical of habaneras. More Information, contact us: guide4score@gmail.com  less