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Stellenbosch University Choir
The Stellenbosch University Choir is the oldest and most celebrated choir in South Africa. The Choir was founded in 1936 under the baton of William Morris. After him various conductors established the ensemble as an influential South African choir:
Gaw... moreThe Stellenbosch University Choir is the oldest and most celebrated choir in South Africa. The Choir was founded in 1936 under the baton of William Morris. After him various conductors established the ensemble as an influential South African choir:
Gawie Cillié (1940 - 1954)
Philip McLachlan (1955 - 1976)
Johan de Villiers (1977 - 1984)
Acáma Fick (1985 - 1992)
Sonja van der Walt (1993 - 2002)
André van der Merwe (2003 - )
The Choir comprises of students from various academic courses and generally only a few members study music. The Choir, an ensemble of approximately 80 – 100 voices, has won international acclaim through performances, concert tours, and participation in prestigious festivals and competitions.
The Choir is currently ranked 1st on the Interkultur World Ranking List for amateur choirs.
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A Spotless Rose
by Paul Mealor
KCKCC Chamber Choir
Spring Choral Concert
May 2014
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SERENADES Choral Travel Ensemble
SERENADES Choral Travel is a unique choral and cultural program that brings together avid choral enthusiasts, dedicated amateurs and professional musicians alike, who strive for choral excellence. These "Serenaders" seek opportunities to... moreSERENADES Choral Travel is a unique choral and cultural program that brings together avid choral enthusiasts, dedicated amateurs and professional musicians alike, who strive for choral excellence. These "Serenaders" seek opportunities to perform a cappella choral repertoire spanning from the Renaissance up through the 21st century, in glorious art filled churches and unique venues throughout the "off-the-beaten-path" regions of Europe, in charming hill top towns, with other likeminded choral Singers, working with leading choral conductors in the field.
SERENADES Choral Travel singing participants and their travel companions, in addition to staying in 4-star accommodations during this unique, comprehensive and life transforming artistic and cultural program, also get to "taste" what the local region offers culturally, be it exquisite art, architecture, history, as well as the local food and wine, through guided tours, special organized meals in hand-picked re... less
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The Noblemen
The Noblemen is a men’s chorus ensemble and open to all men in the University community from all disciplines that love to sing and enjoy camaraderie through great music. Music from every music epoch will be performed from serious to more pop/contemporary ... moreThe Noblemen is a men’s chorus ensemble and open to all men in the University community from all disciplines that love to sing and enjoy camaraderie through great music. Music from every music epoch will be performed from serious to more pop/contemporary a cappella forms. This ensemble is offered every fall and spring semester, and satisfies the fine arts requirement when enrolled for a minimum of three
semesters.
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Saint Paul Cathedral Choir: Psalm 150 (Rutter)
Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Golden Jubilee in 2002, having acceded to the throne in 1952. The week of celebration culminated in a national service of thanksgiving at St. Paul's Cathedral.
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Victoria Choral Society
The Victoria Choral Society, directed by Brian Wismath, is an auditioned, mixed-voice symphonic choir dedicated to presenting the finest choral music from baroque to contemporary. Founded in 1934, the Victoria Choral Society has played a leading role in V... moreThe Victoria Choral Society, directed by Brian Wismath, is an auditioned, mixed-voice symphonic choir dedicated to presenting the finest choral music from baroque to contemporary. Founded in 1934, the Victoria Choral Society has played a leading role in Victoria's cultural life, and has performed with every Victoria Symphony conductor since the Symphony’s inception.
The choir was created after 200 Singers, representing most of the church choirs of the day in Victoria, assembled in 1934 to sing Messiah. They agreed to continue singing together to promote choral music, and the Victoria Choral Society, at that time called the Victoria Choral Union, was formed. The instrumentalists who played with the choir later formed the Victoria Symphony.
Recent performances with the Victoria Symphony include Wagner's Lohengrin (Third Act), Verdi's Requiem, Orff's Carmina Burana, Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, Britten's War Requiem, and Handel’s Messiah. Each year, the Victoria Choral Society also produces its own concerts wi... less