A performance of Psaume 42 by A. Sylvestre by the University Chorale of East Central University. Recorded in November, 2017. Dr. J Steven Walker, conductor

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the choir]   I read an article in the latest Sounding Board (the journal of community Music from Sound Sense) about the University of Sunderland’s new BA in...

Acappella Grup 34 was founded on 15th June 2004 in İstanbul with the participation of experienced amateur choristers who have set their hearts on polyphonic Music with the aim of performing acappella choir Music,lack of which is percieved in Turkey and ba...  moreAcappella Grup 34 was founded on 15th June 2004 in İstanbul with the participation of experienced amateur choristers who have set their hearts on polyphonic Music with the aim of performing acappella choir Music,lack of which is percieved in Turkey and basically in İstanbul, without the consideration of profitting. Every year the choir adds a different kinds of Music to its repertoire as long as they’re acappella and produces at least 2 relevant projects in every performance year. All the repertoires contains just unique compositions or arrangements for Acappella Grup 34 choir. the choir take part in festivals whether in Turkey and abroad, produces common pojects with the local & foreign Musicians / groups, work with guest conductors and perform at least 1 concert out of Istanbul in every performance year. www.acappellagrup34.com facebook page: ofollow">https://www.facebook.com...    less

Kitka is an American women's vocal arts ensemble inspired by traditional songs and vocal techniques from Eastern Europe. Dedicated to developing new audiences for Music rooted in Balkan, Slavic, and Caucasian women's vocal traditions, Kitka also strives t...  moreKitka is an American women's vocal arts ensemble inspired by traditional songs and vocal techniques from Eastern Europe. Dedicated to developing new audiences for Music rooted in Balkan, Slavic, and Caucasian women's vocal traditions, Kitka also strives to expand the boundaries of folk song as a living and evolving expressive art form. Kitka's activities include an Oakland-based home series of concerts and vocal workshops; regional, national, and international touring; programs in the schools; recording, publication, and broadcast projects; master artist residencies; commissioning; community service work; and adventuresome collaborations.  less

"Kwela Kwela" as sung the University of Pretoria Youth choir conducted by Lhente-Mari Pitout at their Gala Concert held on 24 September 2011. A joyous exclamation which is set at a wedding, where the groom is being asked: "Where are you hiding the bri...  more"Kwela Kwela" as sung the University of Pretoria Youth choir conducted by Lhente-Mari Pitout at their Gala Concert held on 24 September 2011. A joyous exclamation which is set at a wedding, where the groom is being asked: "Where are you hiding the bride". Traditional Sesotho South African traditional Music is known for their movement and dancing in their songs, and the UP Youth choir accentuates this by highlighting the movement in their performance.  

the ensemble currently consists of 40-50 auditioned singers. the University Chorale is the touring ensemble for the choral department. the ensemble performs a wide spectrum of the finest choral literature. the group performs extensively throughout the Sou...  morethe ensemble currently consists of 40-50 auditioned singers. the University Chorale is the touring ensemble for the choral department. the ensemble performs a wide spectrum of the finest choral literature. the group performs extensively throughout the Southwest and will be singing at several venues in Washington D.C. during December of 2013. the group primarily consists of vocal Music majors, however, there are singers representing several other academic disciplines. the University Chorale has been under the direction of J. Steven Walker since 1984. Dr. Walker is the Director of Choral Activities and a Linscheid Distinguished Teaching Professor at East Central University. He has served on the Music faculty at ECU since 1983.  less

Tonal Ecstasy A Cappella, affectionately nicknamed TX, is McGill University's oldest A Cappella group. As one of the University's finest vocal groups, they pride themselves on their versatility. This group of amazing, talented and hardworking people arran...  moreTonal Ecstasy A Cappella, affectionately nicknamed TX, is McGill University's oldest A Cappella group. As one of the University's finest vocal groups, they pride themselves on their versatility. This group of amazing, talented and hardworking people arrange and perform Music from all different genres, ranging from jazz, hip hop, R&B, and pop. they perform at benefit events and fundraisers, private functions, celebrations, bookstores, on the streets... just about anywhere people will let them sing! *For more information about the group, contact us at info@tonalecstasy.com.  less

the University Chorale of East Central University - Oklahoma performs Total pulchra es by Ola Gjeilo. April, 2013. J. Steven Walker, conductor.

"Christina Morphova" Female choir - Sofia, Bulgaria, conductor - Tania Nikleva-Vladeva: Improvised concert in "the Assumption" Church in the Village of Uzundzhovo, 06.06.2015 === Stoyan Babekov - " We Sing thee" No.3

A performance of Requiem by E. Gilkyson by the the University Chorale of East Central University. Recorded in April, 2017. Dr. J. Steven Walker, conductor.