Performed by Universitair Koor Antwerpen at their Christmas Concert "A Fiery Christmas" in december 2013. Solo's by Naomi Riemis, Michael Limpens and Simon Callaerts

Music from James L. Pierpont & G.F. Händel Arr.: Jonathan Miller Performed by Universitair Koor Antwerpen at their Christmas Concert "Christmas Carols With A Twist" on December 16, 2014.

Music: M. Leontovich Arr. & Lyrics: Peter J. Wilhousky Performed by the men of ' Universitair Koor Antwerpen' at their Christmas Concert "Christmas Carols With A Twist" on December 16, 2014.

Guadete is an up-tempo, jovial 16th century Christmas carol. This version is from the Noteworthy Christmas CD, and is performed by the Chor Leoni Mens Choir. The illustration is Peter Paul Rubens' "Adoration of the Magi". The Latin lyrics and English tran...  moreGuadete is an up-tempo, jovial 16th century Christmas carol. This version is from the Noteworthy Christmas CD, and is performed by the Chor Leoni Mens Choir. The illustration is Peter Paul Rubens' "Adoration of the Magi". The Latin lyrics and English translation follow: Gaudete, gaudete! Christus est natus Ex Maria virgine, gaudete! Rejoice, rejoice! Christ is born Of the Virgin Mary — rejoice! Tempus adest gratiæ Hoc quod optabamus, Carmina lætitiæ Devote reddamus. The time of grace has come— This that we have desired, Verses of joy Let us devoutly return. Deus homo factus est Natura mirante, Mundus renovatus est A Christo regnante. God has become man, To the wonderment of Nature, The world has been renewed By the reigning Christ. Ezechielis porta Clausa pertransitur, Unde lux est orta Salus invenitur. The closed gate of Ezechiel Is passed through, Whence the light is born, Salvation is found. Ergo nostra contio Psallat iam in lustro; Benedicat Domino: Sal...    less

Hugh Martin/Ralph Blane, Arr. Peter Gritton - Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas. Swara Vocal Ensemble, Belgium

Act I Scene 14 & 15 Harmonious Chorale Ghana - Joseph And His Brethren An Oratorio By George Frideric Handel. Performed By The Harmonious Chorale-Ghana and Conducted By James Varrick Armaah - 2nd July, 2017 Pharaoh gave Joseph (who was now 30years ol...  moreAct I Scene 14 & 15 Harmonious Chorale Ghana - Joseph And His Brethren An Oratorio By George Frideric Handel. Performed By The Harmonious Chorale-Ghana and Conducted By James Varrick Armaah - 2nd July, 2017 Pharaoh gave Joseph (who was now 30years old) his own ring, fine clothes, a robe, a royal chariot and a brand new name 'Zaphenath-Paneah' which means "God speaks and He lives". He was also given a beautiful wife named Asenath who was daughter of the priest of On. He began travels throughout all the land of Egypt to administer his responsibilities in saving the land. Before long Joseph and Asenath had 2 sons whom they named Manasseh and Ephraim...not Egyptian, but HEBREW names. (Spiritual application: Far away from home it would be easy to forget your roots or principals that had been taught as a child, but Joseph proved by his children's names that he had not submitted to the false gods of the Egyptians. Joseph is a fine example of how to stay faithful to the one true God no matter where we are - even in...    less

Handog Concierto The San Nicolas 2nd Chorale with Band 31

Gloria by John Rutter 1° Part Allegro vivace The Corale Zumellese and Vicenza Brass under the direction of Manolo Da Rold, they perform John Rutter's Gloria on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the foundation of the Corale Zumellese. La Coral...  moreGloria by John Rutter 1° Part Allegro vivace The Corale Zumellese and Vicenza Brass under the direction of Manolo Da Rold, they perform John Rutter's Gloria on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the foundation of the Corale Zumellese. La Corale Zumellese i Vicenza Brass sotto la direzione di Manolo Da Rold eseguono il Gloria di John Rutter per i 50 anni dalla fondazione della Corale Zumellese. 25 giugno 2022  

2020 is the first year in our 43-year history we have no live concerts, so we present this Virtual Concert of 6 carols. I am proud of my musical colleagues for putting these videos together. I thank them for their loyalty to our fans and their fellow ...  more2020 is the first year in our 43-year history we have no live concerts, so we present this Virtual Concert of 6 carols. I am proud of my musical colleagues for putting these videos together. I thank them for their loyalty to our fans and their fellow choir members, and for their diligence in preparing individual performances to such a demanding degree of musicianship. We all share an understanding of how important it is right now to share the joy of song with the world. Joined by my wife Holly and all the members of the Stairwell Carollers, we wish you peace and joy this Christmas season. We will perform live for you once again soon. Pierre Massie - director Programme O Little Town of Bethlehem - arr: Traditional, melody by Lewis Redner Un flambeau Jeanette, Isabelle - arr: Pierre Massie All and Some - Anon. c. 1450 What Child is This - arr: Pierre Massie (choral premiere) Ô nuit - Jean-Philippe Rameau Wassail Song - arr: Pierre Massie  less

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   It’s only September, but many choirs are already thinking of their Christmas concerts. Christmas is also the time of year when choirs release new CDs...