[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Choir leaders don’t last forever so there will come a time when a choir needs to find a new one.     If you’re the person ...

Sing joyfully to God our strength; sing loud unto the God of Jacob! Take the song, bring forth the timbrel, the pleasant harp, and the viol. Blow the trumpet in the new moon, even in the time appointed, and at our feast day. ...  moreSing joyfully to God our strength; sing loud unto the God of Jacob! Take the song, bring forth the timbrel, the pleasant harp, and the viol. Blow the trumpet in the new moon, even in the time appointed, and at our feast day. For this is a statute for Israel, and a law of the God of Jacob. (From Psalm 81)  

the highly regarded choir boasts upwards of 100 members under the direction of Sydney Birrell. World-class, professional Canadian soloists enjoy performing with with the choir time and again. Each season, the choir presents four or five concerts, incor...  morethe highly regarded choir boasts upwards of 100 members under the direction of Sydney Birrell. World-class, professional Canadian soloists enjoy performing with with the choir time and again. Each season, the choir presents four or five concerts, incorporating a blend of repertoire from gospel to sacred to pop to oratorio. Classical highlights include St. Matthew Passion, Elijah, the annual Messiah, Carmina Burana, and Bach's B Minor Mass, which was a crowning achievement for the choir’s 10th and 20th anniversaries. Other popular concerts have featured the musical and comedic talents of Natalie Choquette, the famous and charismatic Michael Burgess, and the stirring sounds of spirituals under the direction of Brainerd Blyden-Taylor, whose own professional chamber choir, the Nathaniel Dett Chorale, headed for Washington to join the celebrations around President Obama’s inauguration.  less

One of the saddest and most remarkable love songs of all time, "From Silent Night" by John Dowland is newly arranged here with Alto, Tenor, and Bass choral parts added. Some of the lowest octave passages in the Lute (Guitar) part are transposed up an octa...  moreOne of the saddest and most remarkable love songs of all time, "From Silent Night" by John Dowland is newly arranged here with Alto, Tenor, and Bass choral parts added. Some of the lowest octave passages in the Lute (Guitar) part are transposed up an octave to better match the new arrangement. the Treble and Bass Viol parts may be played by Violin and Violoncello, respectively. --- NotePerformer 4 audio and scrolling score seeking live performances. Music and Words: Public Domain Arrangement: © Copyright 2024 by Stanley M. Hoffman. www.stanleymhoffman.com All rights reserved.  less

Formed in 1956 as a member of the Pikington Glass Company Sports & Social Club, the Choir membership has changed significantly over the years. the formal and financial relationship with the Company ceased some time ago but the name is retained...  moreFormed in 1956 as a member of the Pikington Glass Company Sports & Social Club, the Choir membership has changed significantly over the years. the formal and financial relationship with the Company ceased some time ago but the name is retained for sentimental reasons. the Choir is known for its friendly and embracing nature and the current 34 men & women members who are very keen to welcome new members of all Voice Parts. the Choir's repertoire and is made up of a wide selection of musical genres which appeal to both members and audiences alike.Composers and arrangers are generally modern from UK and USA. Stage songs/ medleys are particular favourites of choir members.  less

      From the 18th to the 22nd March 2018, Fiestalonia will hold a special event for Choir Conductors and Directors! Come and participate in our workshops and seminars and learn something new! A great opportunity to spend time with fell...

As part of my 2017 www.communtiesinharmony.com blog project.  I'm featuring one choir from each of the 50 states and highlighting the ways in which community choruses are changing the world one community at a time.  This week, I'm feat...

Ocean of Illusions - Track 1 of the album "Songs of Sorrow" by Bill Heigen. More: www.billheigen.com Drowning Surrounded by a sea of skyscrapers the numbers are my frowning time takes away my breath Every minute I am drowning the view from u...  moreOcean of Illusions - Track 1 of the album "Songs of Sorrow" by Bill Heigen. More: www.billheigen.com Drowning Surrounded by a sea of skyscrapers the numbers are my frowning time takes away my breath Every minute I am drowning the view from up here is gorgeous But I cannot see any beauty All I see is an ocean of illusions In which greed makes life draggy Few people can realize That a smile is nothing more than teeth A hand-shake is nothing more than skin And on this ocean of illusions we keep going Because we need to feed our fears And give birth to more problems That should not exist. I wish I could be stronger I wish I could be brave I wish I could have wings to fly away But I am just a fish Swimming to survive Waiting for the moment to die.  less

the Oratorio Society of New York, the second oldest cultural organization in New York City, has been part the city's musical life Since 1873. the Society's 200 members come from all walks of life to volunteer their time for the joy of making music togethe...  morethe Oratorio Society of New York, the second oldest cultural organization in New York City, has been part the city's musical life Since 1873. the Society's 200 members come from all walks of life to volunteer their time for the joy of making music together. In addition to its concert programs, the Society works to further oratorio singing and provides young singers with the opportunity to advance their careers through the annual Lyndon Woodside Oratorio-Solo Competition.  

the Ainur Chamber Choir was originally founded in 1991, at a time when a main choral movement was taking place in the Canary Islands. the choir’s work was interrupted for several years during its members’ academic education, as well as during their partic...  morethe Ainur Chamber Choir was originally founded in 1991, at a time when a main choral movement was taking place in the Canary Islands. the choir’s work was interrupted for several years during its members’ academic education, as well as during their participation in different musical projects. the present line-up has been steady Since 2006. their repertoire offers a variety of styles of great difficulty and chromatic richness, and tries to take advantage of the cultural and geographic circumstances which make of the Canary Islands a multicultural place. A remarkable feature of the group is their willingness to innovate within the choral music. their versatility and the variety of repertoire they face can be seen in the different projects they have taken part in: short operas, official or private events, festivals, and monographic concerts on different subjects. A few instances of the choir’s late activity are the following: - Several concerts in Moscow in December 2006, as guests of the Spanish Embassy. - P...    less