the Vision of Peace Youth Choir are a group of singers from the ages of 13-30 who use their voices to expres their belief in Toil and Peaceful Life and the Welfare of the World is not Worth the Life of one Child! the choir was formed in 2002 under the dir...  morethe Vision of Peace Youth Choir are a group of singers from the ages of 13-30 who use their voices to expres their belief in Toil and Peaceful Life and the Welfare of the World is not Worth the Life of one Child! the choir was formed in 2002 under the directorship of Ellie Davidoff. Choir membership consists of Youth from the 8th grade through to college age students. Now in their 13th season, this choir has grown in membership as well as experience. there are still several original members, and every season they are joined by their younger siblings and new friends, who add strength and spirit to the group. the repertoire of the Vision of Peace Youth Choir consists of hymns and folk songs sung in the traditional Doukhobor acapella style that has been passed from generation to generation for over 200 years. the hymns and folk songs as well as the contemporary numbers in their program selection reflect their Doukobor beliefs as well as their steadfast wish for a peaceful existence on this earth.  less

the Foundation World Youth Choir, all rights reserved. Any resemblance with a third party content is accidental and does not affect the rights to this recording. Performer: World Youth Choir, 2007 session in South Africa and Namibia Composer: Johan...  morethe Foundation World Youth Choir, all rights reserved. Any resemblance with a third party content is accidental and does not affect the rights to this recording. Performer: World Youth Choir, 2007 session in South Africa and Namibia Composer: Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) Piece: Fest und Gedenksprüche, Op. 109, Three motets for eight voices (SATBSATB) Movement: No.2 ''Wenn ein starker Gewappneter'' Conductor: Peter Dijkstra, the Netherlands (former World Youth Choir singer) Recorded at the University of Pretoria concert hall Wenn ein starker Gewappneter seinen Palast bewahret, so bleibet das Seine mit Frieden. Aber, ein jeglich Reich, so es mit ihm selbst uneins wird, das wird wüste; und ein Haus fället über das andere. (Luk.11,22/17b) the World Youth Choir session 2007 was held in South Africa and Namibia thanks to the cooperation between the Foundation World Youth Choir and the Jeunesses Musicales South Africa and the Potchefstroom University, Mr. Peet Ryke.  less

As performed live on Thursday 26 June 2014 - the Drakensberg Boys Choir and Chicago Children's Choir performing I need You to Survive. Conducted by: Josephine Lee of the Chicago Children's Choir

© the Foundation World Youth Choir, all rights reserved. Any resemblance with a third party content is accidental and does not affect the rights to this recording. Performer: World Youth Choir, 2007 session in South Africa and Namibia Composer: Johan...  more© the Foundation World Youth Choir, all rights reserved. Any resemblance with a third party content is accidental and does not affect the rights to this recording. Performer: World Youth Choir, 2007 session in South Africa and Namibia Composer: Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) Piece: Fest und Gedenksprüche, Op. 109, Three motets for eight voices (SATBSATB) Movement: No.3 ''Wo ist ein so herrlich Volk'' Conductor: Peter Dijkstra, the Netherlands (former World Youth Choir singer) Recorded at the University of Pretoria concert hall Wo ist ein so herrlich Volk, zu dem Götter also nahe sich tun als der Herr, unser Gott, so oft wir ihn anrufen. Hüte dich nur und bewahre deine Seele wohl, dass du nicht vergessest der Geschichten, die deinen Augen gesehen haben, und dass sie nicht aus deinem Herzen kommen alle dein Leben lang, Und sollst deinen Kindern und Kindeskindern kundtun. Amen. (5.Mose 4,7,9) the World Youth Choir session 2007 was held in South Africa and Namibia thanks to the cooperat...    less

This is a reflection video from the INTERKULTUR 3rd European Choir Games in Riga, Latvia featuring Barnsley Youth Choir. Many thanks to the young people in the choir and supporters for providing the content and to Jay Burgin for putting it all together.

Stunning song from : Maeran, written by Dominic Ward Source: http://www.last.fm/music/Maeran Maeran are Dominic Ward and Steve Wilson. they met at Liverpool University and have been writing, recording and performing ever since. they originally perfo...  moreStunning song from : Maeran, written by Dominic Ward Source: http://www.last.fm/music/Maeran Maeran are Dominic Ward and Steve Wilson. they met at Liverpool University and have been writing, recording and performing ever since. they originally performed covers of Simon-Garfunkel songs, but soon began producing their own original blend of folk/folk rock music combining unique melodies, captivating vocal and instrumental arrangements and powerful poignant lyrics that challenge people to listen to what they have to say. I'm glad, I am very grateful for you, Marean!  less

Salford Junior choir are a group of fun loving Children who love to sing. Aged between 7 and 11 they sing all kinds of music in a fun and supportive environment and perform regularly at Salford Music and Performing arts centre (MAPAS) concerts as well as...  moreSalford Junior choir are a group of fun loving Children who love to sing. Aged between 7 and 11 they sing all kinds of music in a fun and supportive environment and perform regularly at Salford Music and Performing arts centre (MAPAS) concerts as well as joining with other Choirs from the area to perform at large scale venues such as the BBC and the Lowry Thursday 5.30-6.30pm term time only 0161 778 0256  

the Foundation World Youth Choir, all rights reserved. Any resemblance with a third party content is accidental and does not affect the rights to this recording. Performer: World Youth Choir, 2007 session in South Africa and Namibia Composer: Johan...  morethe Foundation World Youth Choir, all rights reserved. Any resemblance with a third party content is accidental and does not affect the rights to this recording. Performer: World Youth Choir, 2007 session in South Africa and Namibia Composer: Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) Piece: Fest und Gedenksprüche, Op. 109, Three motets for eight voices (SATBSATB) Movement: No.1 ''Unsere Väter hofften auf dich'' Conductor: Peter Dijkstra, the Netherlands (former World Youth Choir singer) Recorded at the University of Pretoria concert hall Unsere Väter hofften auf dich; und da sie hofften, halfst du ihnen aus. Zu dir schrieen sie und wurden errettet; sie hofften auf dich und wurden nicht zu Schanden. Der Herr wird seinem Volk Kraft geben, der Herr wird sein Volk segnen mit Frieden. (Psalm 22 vv. 5-6; Psalm 29 v. 11) the World Youth Choir session 2007 was held in South Africa and Namibia thanks to the cooperation between the Foundation World Youth Choir and the Jeunesses Musicales South Africa and th...    less

NZ Youth Choir perform 'Matariki' for the first time at Whangārei Anglican Church. 'Matariki' by Chris Artley won the Open Category of the inaugural Compose Aotearoa! composition competition in 2021. Recorded by Evan Williams. Text by Michelanne Forster.

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Over the years I have run Choirs and singing groups all based on the same principles, but in different locations. the general mix of genders, ages, backgro...