English Poetic Translation: Here we are, Here we are We are children, yes, we are! Here we are, Here we are We are the children of the world. Here we are, Here we are We are Hope, that, we are! Here we are, Here we are We come to put joy in all he...  moreEnglish Poetic Translation: Here we are, Here we are We are children, yes, we are! Here we are, Here we are We are the children of the world. Here we are, Here we are We are Hope, that, we are! Here we are, Here we are We come to put joy in all hearts. Oh yes, we are love! Yes, we are joy! We come to put joy in all hearts. We want love to spread, Spread everywhere! We come to change the world... And truly, we need to change the world! Oh, here we are We are children of the world, We are the seeds of life. Oh, here we are We are the children of today, We are the adults of tomorrow. Oh yes, we are young, We are today's youth The new generation Born to shine in a new day; A generation of Love, Hope, and joy That will shine everywhere! Oh, here we are! We are children of the world, We are the seeds of life Oh, here we are! Children of today, Adults of tomorrow. Let's join together, And put joy in all hearts. Yes, we are Love, Hope, and joy!  less

Performed by Kammerchor Manila by Morten Lauridsen last July 18, 2015 during the "Kabataan at Musika: A Benefit Concert" at the Hearts of Jesus and Mary Parish, Quezon City www.kammerchormanila.com

Zulu song of liberation with additional verse of peace in English Aya ngena = They Come In, Aya phuma = They get out, Aya didizela = They're in a state of confusion, Aya sab' amagwala = The cowards are scared. Peace we bring you why must evr...  moreZulu song of liberation with additional verse of peace in English Aya ngena = They Come In, Aya phuma = They get out, Aya didizela = They're in a state of confusion, Aya sab' amagwala = The cowards are scared. Peace we bring you why must evr'ybody keep on fighting when hunger needs to be fought leave your guns now fight with ploughshares leave your guns now  

Another work from the Stone&Tara Songbook this week. 'In Lucem' is a song of hope and love. The emotional lyrics are inspired by the biblical book of Job, the man who lost everything he had. We are providing a translation of the Latin lyrics below. In...  moreAnother work from the Stone&Tara Songbook this week. 'In Lucem' is a song of hope and love. The emotional lyrics are inspired by the biblical book of Job, the man who lost everything he had. We are providing a translation of the Latin lyrics below. In Lucem You will forget your sorrow. You will be happy, you will clothe yourself in light. Your sadness will be made a vague memory. We will shout and sing and reap in joy. We will laugh again, we will love again. Our sadness will be like a river Traveling across the earth, flowing into the ocean. You will forget your sorrow. You will be happy, you will clothe yourself in light.  less

The Oratorio Society of New York, the second oldest cultural organization in New York City, has been part the city's musical life since 1873. The Society's 200 members come from all walks of life to volunteer their time for the joy of making music togethe...  moreThe Oratorio Society of New York, the second oldest cultural organization in New York City, has been part the city's musical life since 1873. The Society's 200 members come from all walks of life to volunteer their time for the joy of making music together. In addition to its concert programs, the Society works to further oratorio singing and provides young singers with the opportunity to advance their careers through the annual Lyndon Woodside Oratorio-Solo Competition.  

Southern California Choral Artists was founded in 2021 as a non-profit arts organization. We are an auditioned chamber choir of 30-40 members who love sharing the joy of choral singing with each other and our community. Our regular season consists of at l...  moreSouthern California Choral Artists was founded in 2021 as a non-profit arts organization. We are an auditioned chamber choir of 30-40 members who love sharing the joy of choral singing with each other and our community. Our regular season consists of at least 4 concerts featuring a variety of musical genres and styles. Because we seek to create meaningful musical experiences, we value interaction and education in our performances. Our audience members often tell us how much they love learning about the music from our director’s comments, which help them more fully enter into the music and enjoy it.  less

Choregie project by Karmina Šilec Performed by Vocal Thatre Carmina Slovenica The shaman idea is at the centre of the project: everyone and everything that man creates can be turned against him if used without respect for life. To have control over s...  moreChoregie project by Karmina Šilec Performed by Vocal Thatre Carmina Slovenica The shaman idea is at the centre of the project: everyone and everything that man creates can be turned against him if used without respect for life. To have control over something matterless, we control it with the knowledge about it and thus gain power over it. The almost sinister thought “I'll tell you. You're young, but you're one of us, and I'm one of us, so I'll tell you.” gives the Toxic Psalms its tone. For in the background of the whole concert arch death utters and murderous plague intones. Through the music the project reflects Palestine, Syria, Pussy Riots, weapons, concentration camps, blood feuds, extinctions, contaminations of religions and creates a picture of human brutality. The living of a man is changed into a drama here and now: men killing for the glory of their psalms. The author’s poise is not one of an agitator – awaking the feeling that “something has to be done” – it is rigorously contemplative. Despite ...    less

Plaisir Ensemble was found in March 2005 by renowned tenor and conductor Mr. Man Kin-Ping, the Art Director and Conductor of the Ensemble. The members of the Ensemble are all amateurs and have the same ideal that their performance can touch the heart ...  morePlaisir Ensemble was found in March 2005 by renowned tenor and conductor Mr. Man Kin-Ping, the Art Director and Conductor of the Ensemble. The members of the Ensemble are all amateurs and have the same ideal that their performance can touch the heart of every audience through their well-trained voices. Their repertoires include folk songs, classical songs, musical pieces, pops, and premiere works by renowned composers. In March 2011, Plaisir Ensembe achieved a great success in the “1st Vietnam International Choir Festival and Competition” organized by the INTERKULTUR. They won the Gold Diploma, the Category Winner as well as the Overall Winner of Chamber Choirs. The Ensemble is one of the Top 50 Female Choirs in the Musica Mundi World Ranking List.  less

Anthem by Adrian Batten sung by the dwsChorale - multitrack one-man choir erstwhile alto at St Michael's Cornhill When we sang this, it was mentioned (during the rehearsal of course!) that this anthem was particularly appropriate since it mentions ...  moreAnthem by Adrian Batten sung by the dwsChorale - multitrack one-man choir erstwhile alto at St Michael's Cornhill When we sang this, it was mentioned (during the rehearsal of course!) that this anthem was particularly appropriate since it mentions the new moon, and the "New Moon" pub is just around the corner from Cornhill (on Gracechurch Street)... So I thought: it's about time I brought the ideas together :-)  

Soul of Christ, sanctify me Body of Christ, save me Water from the side of Christ, wash me Passion of Christ, give me strength. Hear me Jesus Hide me in Thy wounds that I may never leave Thy side From all the evil that surrounds me, defend me A...  moreSoul of Christ, sanctify me Body of Christ, save me Water from the side of Christ, wash me Passion of Christ, give me strength. Hear me Jesus Hide me in Thy wounds that I may never leave Thy side From all the evil that surrounds me, defend me And when the call of death arrives Bid me come to thee that I may praise thee with thy saints Forever.