"peace on Earth" concert 11th December 2017 Sheung Wan Civic Centre, Theatre Musical director: Celia Leung Pianist: Emas Au Joy to the World (Medley) Arranged by Roger Emerson

Agnus Dei qui tollis peccata mundi Dona Nobis pacem Lamb of god, that takest away the sins of the world Give us Thy peace

Performed by Roundelay at the Unitarian Chapel, Cross St, Manchester, UK, accompanied and conducted by Alan Myerscough How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace; that publisheth salvation; ...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">morePerformed by Roundelay at the Unitarian Chapel, Cross St, Manchester, UK, accompanied and conducted by Alan Myerscough How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace; that publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy god reigneth!  

350 singers, 7 high-caliber international choirs come together to celebrate the anniversary of the signing of the UN Charter "We the Peoples", to sing together in friendship and peace. The Rhythms of One World 2012 international Choral Festival Closi...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">more350 singers, 7 high-caliber international choirs come together to celebrate the anniversary of the signing of the UN Charter "We the Peoples", to sing together in friendship and peace. The Rhythms of One World 2012 international Choral Festival Closing Concert at the United Nations General Assembly Hall Saturday June 30, 2012 Sponsored by: Permanent Mission of Romania to the United Nations Friendship Ambassadors Foundation, inc. Finale Massed Choir Performance: "Rhythms of One World" (World Premiere) Written and Directed by: Gary Fry, Festival Artistic Director With Participating 2012 Festival Choirs: Signal Hill Alumni Chorus from Trinidad & Tobago; Director John Arnold Appalachian Children's Chorus from USA, Director Selina Midkiff Voices international from Luxembourg, Director Thomas Raoult County Town Singers from Canada, Director Barbara Ouellette University of Newcastle Chamber Choir from Australia, Director Dr. Philip Matthias Norwegian Girls Choir from Norway, Director AnneKar...    ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

This chant, harmonized beautifully by Swedish composer Oswald Jaeggi, was recorded in November of 2019 before the pandemic. It is a reminder of the peace that prayer and beauty can provide. Mater Dei, ora pro nobis! Translation Refrain: Hail, Mother o...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreThis chant, harmonized beautifully by Swedish composer Oswald Jaeggi, was recorded in November of 2019 before the pandemic. It is a reminder of the peace that prayer and beauty can provide. Mater Dei, ora pro nobis! Translation Refrain: Hail, Mother of mercy, Mother of god, and Mother of pardon, Mother of hope, and Mother of grace, Mother full of holy joy, O Mary! 1. Hail, honor of mankind; hail, Virgin worthier than others, who surpass all virgins and in heaven occupy the highest seat of honor, O Mary! 2. Hail, happy child-bearing Mother, for He Who sits at the right hand of the Father, ruling heaven, earth, and sky, didst enclose Himself within Thy womb, O Mary!  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

Formally organized in August 2006, the Ars Cantica Ensemble is a choral group composed of young professionals from different university choirs who want to spread the Word of god through musical talent and commitment to service. On its first attempt at ...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreFormally organized in August 2006, the Ars Cantica Ensemble is a choral group composed of young professionals from different university choirs who want to spread the Word of god through musical talent and commitment to service. On its first attempt at competitions in 2007, the group won Second Runner-Up in the prestigious PAGCOR Chorale Festival and was chosen as one of the top five winners in the Paskong Himig sa Lungsod ng PASIG Chorale Competition. in December 2007, the Ars Cantica Ensemble was featured at the Opening Ceremonies of the Amazing European Union Christmas held at The Podium, Ortigas and was one of the choirs invited to grace the Sing For Me Project of the Department of Social Welfare and Development. in February 2010, Ars Cantica Ensemble emerged as one of the winners in Sa ‘Yo Lamang Chorale Fest, a choral competition sponsored by ABS-CBN and Star Records. in line with this, the group recorded two tracks in the inspirational album, Sa ‘Yo Lamang, produced by Ms. Jamie Rivera under Star ...    ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

Anthem by John Stainer How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace; that publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy god reigneth! (From Isiah 52:7) Sung at Canterbury Cathedral du...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreAnthem by John Stainer How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace; that publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy god reigneth! (From Isiah 52:7) Sung at Canterbury Cathedral during our Royal School of Church Music Summer Course in 1986, under Martin How. I (David W Solomons) was one of the altos. John Huntley - a fellow alto - recorded this performance.  

Based in the heart of the East Midlands, UK, we describe ourselves as "natural born singers", and deliver the heart songs of South Africa alongside African-American gospel and sweet soul music, all sung in the glorious acapella harmony that is t...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreBased in the heart of the East Midlands, UK, we describe ourselves as "natural born singers", and deliver the heart songs of South Africa alongside African-American gospel and sweet soul music, all sung in the glorious acapella harmony that is the trademark sound of this great choir. We are honoured to be the Desmond and Leah Tutu peace Choir UK. Find us and 'like' us on Facebook or visit our website for details of upcoming concerts and workshops.  

The World Youth Choir singing at the Nobel peace Prize award ceremony in Oslo, December 10th 2011, in front of the 3 laureates, and the royal family.

two-time European Grand Prix for Choral Singing Winner (1997 & 2007) 2009 UNESCO Artists for peace 2006 Tours, France Grand Champion 2004 Torrevieja, Spain Grand Champion etc.