The Gesualdo Six are a vocal sextet specialising in the performance of renaissance polyphony, directed by Owain Park. The ensemble is made up of undergraduates and graduates of Cambridge University, and currently the choirs of King’s, St John’s and Trinit...  moreThe Gesualdo Six are a vocal sextet specialising in the performance of renaissance polyphony, directed by Owain Park. The ensemble is made up of undergraduates and graduates of Cambridge University, and currently the choirs of King’s, St John’s and Trinity Colleges are represented. Recent concerts have included performances of Gesualdo’s Tenebrae Responsories for Maundy Thursday (Feria Quinta), Monteverdi madrigals and anthems by Byrd. The ensemble has also performed music by Ligeti, Rheinberger and arrangements by Philip Lawson. Future engagements include a lunchtime concert in the Cambridge St John’s Music Festival, as well as concerts at Jesus and Caius Colleges.  less

In 2012 the St. Olaf Choir celebrates the centennial of its founding at St. Olaf College by F. Melius Christiansen. Sharing their music beyond "the hill" (the St. Olaf Community) has been an important part of their identity since the very beginning. A...  moreIn 2012 the St. Olaf Choir celebrates the centennial of its founding at St. Olaf College by F. Melius Christiansen. Sharing their music beyond "the hill" (the St. Olaf Community) has been an important part of their identity since the very beginning. Anton Armstrong, the fourth conductor of the ensemble, shares five reasons to hear the St. Olaf Choir in concert. For a listing of upcoming performances, ensemble information, audio samples and more, visit www.stolafchoir.com. For recordings by the St. Olaf Choir, visit www.stolafrecords.com  less

Dedicated to renaissance music and directed by Gabriel Crouch, this new group is bound by a shared love of communicating text, and creates performances which draw out unifying themes within apparently diverse repertoire: to this end they are as meticulous...  moreDedicated to renaissance music and directed by Gabriel Crouch, this new group is bound by a shared love of communicating text, and creates performances which draw out unifying themes within apparently diverse repertoire: to this end they are as meticulous about providing context and insight for audiences as they are about crafting interpretations of the music they love. Their first two albums have received great praise.  

The name de Profundis is Latin for out of the deep. It plays on the distinctiveness of the male voice, while at the same time bespeaking the conviction that music has the capacity to reveal the profound, that which is concealed within our own depths. ...  moreThe name de Profundis is Latin for out of the deep. It plays on the distinctiveness of the male voice, while at the same time bespeaking the conviction that music has the capacity to reveal the profound, that which is concealed within our own depths. Find us on Facebook: De Profundis Men's ensemble  

A presentation at the Assumption Church in Midland for a fund raising event for the Toni and Trish house.

The stage lights fall, the crowd goes quiet, and four harmonious voices rise up and fill the air. The melodies unfurl into something both familiar and fresh. What comes next may be a classic song by Joni Mitchell or Louis Prima. It may be an old bebop st...  moreThe stage lights fall, the crowd goes quiet, and four harmonious voices rise up and fill the air. The melodies unfurl into something both familiar and fresh. What comes next may be a classic song by Joni Mitchell or Louis Prima. It may be an old bebop standard or cheeky arrangement of a 1980s hit. But these are arrangements like you’ve never heard them before—containing all the richness of a full band, but performed using just four voices. This is Cadence, Canada’s premiere vocal group. Based in Toronto, this a cappella ensemble has been wowing audiences across the country and around the world for nearly 15 years. Whether performing at sold-out jazz Clubs and concert halls, at music festivals, for educational outreach, or for corporate functions, the members of Cadence bring an infectious energy and uncanny verve to every song they sing. The group’s four critically acclaimed studio albums, Cool Yule (2011), Speak Easy (2010), Twenty for One (2005), and Frost Free (2000) have won or been nominated for nume...    less

Il repertorio spazia dai canti della tradizione popolare e folcloristica a brani d’autore. Ha partecipato in questi anni a prestigiosi concorsi corali, ottenendo importanti riconoscimenti. La direzione è affidata al M° Gilberto Buriola

This is a blog post with a difference. I want to start a discussion using the comments facility.   photo by loungerie    Yesterday there was a veritable Twitter storm when I posed the question:   "What do you think is the main ...

The London Quartet have been delighting audiences for nearly 30 years with their amazing range of programmes. From a cappella favourites to the sacred music of the last millennium they are outstanding in both Comedy and the Classics. They have recorded 1...  moreThe London Quartet have been delighting audiences for nearly 30 years with their amazing range of programmes. From a cappella favourites to the sacred music of the last millennium they are outstanding in both Comedy and the Classics. They have recorded 13 solo albums, performed over 2,000 concerts and more than 200 TV appearances worldwide. Their arrangements will be appearing in the Edition Peters catalogue soon.  

We are a community of people who love to sing. There is a variety of ages and ability levels. Our goals are learning a variety of repertoire and connecting through music and singing together.