“The Wind” was commissioned by the Organization of American Kodály Educators as a result of Rich Campbell winning the Ruth Boshkoff Composition Prize. The text is from Robert Louis Stevenson’s 1885 A Child’s Garden of Verses. The Choir begins by emulating...  more“The Wind” was commissioned by the Organization of American Kodály Educators as a result of Rich Campbell winning the Ruth Boshkoff Composition Prize. The text is from Robert Louis Stevenson’s 1885 A Child’s Garden of Verses. The Choir begins by emulating the sound of the wind, and then sings directly to the wind, describing the many things the wind does while questioning just who or what the wind is. The piece, inspired by Kodály’s philosophy, develops a folk-like melody in a modern context. The rhythmic piano accompaniment keeps the piece bouncing brightly until its exciting conclusion. Premiere performance by the 2016 OAKE National Children's Choir, Elizabeth Núñez, director. The Wind by Robert Louis Stevenson I saw you toss the kites on high And blow the birds about the sky; And all around I heard you pass, Like ladies' skirts across the grass— O wind, a-blowing all day long, O wind, that sings so loud a song! I saw the different things you did, But always you yourself you hid. I felt you...    less

Beijing Philharmonic Choir (Children and Young Women's Choir of China National Symphony Orchestra)

Cantate is widely recognised as one of the UK's leading Youth Choirs. Cantate is a mixed-voice youth Choir based in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire. It is open to all young singers, whatever their background and musical upbringing. Cantate comprises th...  moreCantate is widely recognised as one of the UK's leading Youth Choirs. Cantate is a mixed-voice youth Choir based in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire. It is open to all young singers, whatever their background and musical upbringing. Cantate comprises three Choirs for children and young people which all perform to an exceptionally high standard. Cantate performed at the Royal Albert Hall, both in the BBC and Schools Prom Concerts, the Royal Festival Hall, the Barbican, the Guildhall London, 10 Downing Street, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Basilica of St Francis in Assisi, St Mark’s Basilica in Venice, and in many local and regional venues. Cantate has gained many national and international awards. In 2008 we achieved international acclaim at the world’s largest choral event – the World Choir Games in Graz, Austria – in which over 430 Choirs from some 90 countries competed. Cantate won gold and silver medals, and was the only UK Choir to win a gold medal in the finals.  less

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...

Concert at St Margarets Church, 19 May 2013 Silverstream, Upper Hutt, New Zealand

This is where it all culminates in the Summit Children's Choir! The Touring Choir singers and Music Director, Mrs. Jacobs, during a regular weekly rehearsal. These 7th through 12th graders travel the world performing, from Italy to China to Hawaii. They...  moreThis is where it all culminates in the Summit Children's Choir! The Touring Choir singers and Music Director, Mrs. Jacobs, during a regular weekly rehearsal. These 7th through 12th graders travel the world performing, from Italy to China to Hawaii. They have moved up to the top training level...after starting in beginning levels in the Summit Children's Choir. Thank you to all Touring Choir singers for staying with it and bringing the world something to treasure.  

The Drakensberg Boys’ Choir School is one of the few South African schools whose fame extends around the world. This school offers a unique educational opportunity for children; it stimulates a boy’s spirit of adventure and exploration in the physical sur...  moreThe Drakensberg Boys’ Choir School is one of the few South African schools whose fame extends around the world. This school offers a unique educational opportunity for children; it stimulates a boy’s spirit of adventure and exploration in the physical surroundings of the school while nurturing the development of the mind and expression in innate musical talent.  

Operating since 1976, EYC is a Charitable-Registered, non-profit, community Choir for young people ages 7-19. The mission is to have an inclusive, friendly, fun-loving Choir where young people may develop self-esteem, self-discipline, self-motivation, t...  moreOperating since 1976, EYC is a Charitable-Registered, non-profit, community Choir for young people ages 7-19. The mission is to have an inclusive, friendly, fun-loving Choir where young people may develop self-esteem, self-discipline, self-motivation, tolerance, and respect for others while learning the skills of choral singing and experiencing the artistry and joy of musical performance.  

Founded in 2002, the Chamber Choir is a talented group of singers from the Surrey Children's and Youth Choirs, chosen for their ability to read music, their colour and range, and their commitment to choral music. The 2011 Chamber Choir consists of 12 treb...  moreFounded in 2002, the Chamber Choir is a talented group of singers from the Surrey Children's and Youth Choirs, chosen for their ability to read music, their colour and range, and their commitment to choral music. The 2011 Chamber Choir consists of 12 treble voices, with singers aged 16-24. Accomplishments of this distinguished group include: Gold Standing at MusicFest Canada, Richmond, 2005 "Your Choir resides at the level...of artistry. The level trod by musical saints..." - Malcolm Edwards, University of Alberta Second Prize in the CBC National Radio Competition for Amateur Choirs, Vancouver, May 2006 and 2008 First place winners, Vancouver Kiwanis Festival - followed by wins at Provincial and National level Vancouver/Saskatoon, 2009 Score of 97% in Female Voice Competition, International Musical Eisteddfod, Llangollen, Wales, July 2009 First Prize Equal Voices & Second Prize Chamber Choir at the International Choral Kathaumixw, Powell River, ...    less

Concert at St Margarets, Silverstream, Upper Hutt New Zealand on 19 May 2013