Walking home after choir one Night my friend and fellow chorister Barbara and I agreed the hardest piece we’ve ever done was Beethoven’s Missa Solemnis.   Here’s what I wrote about it at the time, (referring specifically to the Cr...

2012十週年音樂會 高雄市文化中心至德堂 2012-11-16 指揮: 朱如鳳 伴奏: 許溎芳 詩：James Agee艾吉 曲：Samuel Barber巴伯 二十世紀美國作曲家巴伯（Samuel Barber, 1910-81）生長於賓夕法尼亞州，畢業於費城寇蒂斯音樂學院，除鋼琴和作曲外，還學習歌唱和指揮。他是傑出的美國新浪漫主義作曲家之一，樂曲中充滿詩情，往往在緊緻與複雜的音樂結構中，展現出乎意外的優美樂句。 〈在這閃亮的夜晚〉原為男中音與鋼琴的獨唱作品，後來改編為混聲...  more2012十週年音樂會 高雄市文化中心至德堂 2012-11-16 指揮: 朱如鳳 伴奏: 許溎芳 詩：James Agee艾吉 曲：Samuel Barber巴伯 二十世紀美國作曲家巴伯（Samuel Barber, 1910-81）生長於賓夕法尼亞州，畢業於費城寇蒂斯音樂學院，除鋼琴和作曲外，還學習歌唱和指揮。他是傑出的美國新浪漫主義作曲家之一，樂曲中充滿詩情，往往在緊緻與複雜的音樂結構中，展現出乎意外的優美樂句。 〈在這閃亮的夜晚〉原為男中音與鋼琴的獨唱作品，後來改編為混聲四部合唱曲，歌詞取自美國詩人艾吉（James Agee, 1909-55）的詩集《允許我行旅》（Permit Me Voyage, 1934）中的〈描述天堂〉（Description of Elysium）一詩，旋律主題在女高音、男高音及女低音聲部間交織，情感綿延不絕，而男低音則以長音為全曲和聲支柱，樂曲充滿表現力。 Sure on this shining Night Of starmade shadows round, Kindness must watch for me This side the ground. The late year lies down the north. All is healed, all is health. High summer holds the earth. Hearts all whole. Sure on this shining Night I weep for wonder Wandering far alone Of shadows on the stars. 在這星影環繞 閃亮的夜晚， 仁慈必看顧我 在地球的這一端。 北國的歲暮， 萬物皆復甦。 盛夏臨據大地， 我重拾完整的心。 在這閃亮夜晚， 我為奇蹟落淚 獨自漫步 在星影下。  less

Amicantus Choir is a group of Good friends and very talented musicians based in Stratford Upon Avon, Warwickshire under the leadership of one of the Midlands leading Musical Directors, Miss Maddy Evans. Their diverse repertoire ranges from Mozart and Rutt...  moreAmicantus Choir is a group of Good friends and very talented musicians based in Stratford Upon Avon, Warwickshire under the leadership of one of the Midlands leading Musical Directors, Miss Maddy Evans. Their diverse repertoire ranges from Mozart and Rutter to Take That and Snow Patrol with a Good dose of musicals and Disney thrown in for Good measure. The seeds of the Choir were first planted back in mid-2012 when Maddy was asked to set up a choir to perform a small concert at her local church near to Stratford Upon Avon. The choir are all Good friends and met in a variety of ways from other choirs, bands and performing arts groups. Since their first concert, they have grown to become one of the best and most revered choirs in the Midlands and have performed at countless venues from the Birmingham German Christmas Markets to Shakespeare’s Birthday Celebrations in Stratford Upon Avon to their very first concert in Warwick in June 2013. In July 2013, the Coventry Telegraph newspaper referred to them as ...    less

Brethren wishes all of you a blessed Christmas Eve! In times like these, with so much uncertainty in the world, isn't it Good to know that God sent His son as a tiny baby, so that we may rest in His love and peace. In that assurance, Brethren offers Ron H...  moreBrethren wishes all of you a blessed Christmas Eve! In times like these, with so much uncertainty in the world, isn't it Good to know that God sent His son as a tiny baby, so that we may rest in His love and peace. In that assurance, Brethren offers Ron Huff's setting of "All Is Well"..."Born is our Lord and Savior! Sing Alleluia!"  

Based in the Heart of the city, London City Singers is a lively and ambitious small Sweet Adelines chorus. We’re after a musical director who has the skills and knowledge to help us develop our great sound and fresh style. Barbershop experience woul...

  What Is a Singing Retreat? A Guide for Beginners Imagine taking a deep breath of fresh sea air, relaxing completely, singing your Heart out, and enjoying delicious home-cooked meals — all while surrounded by the breathtaking beaut...

Run to the hills and join us in June for a joyful weekend of singing in the Heart of the beautiful Peak District! Find out all about it and how to book via this link: https://www.timkNightmusic.com/events/singing-weekend-Nightingale-centre-peak-district

Friends of prolific African composer Paschal St. Val Abugu making Good music. Friends of St. Val is a non-denominational family of refined singers that have found joy in making music through the internet from all the corners of the world. Keep in touch...  moreFriends of prolific African composer Paschal St. Val Abugu making Good music. Friends of St. Val is a non-denominational family of refined singers that have found joy in making music through the internet from all the corners of the world. Keep in touch and always give your feedback through our YouTube channel comment section, or write us a mail to paschestarsymphony@gmail.com -Paschal St. Val Abugu  

Our rehearsals are a Good balance of fun and focus, making new friends and singing arrangements of uplifting songs. Join our singing family of 30+ members Develop your music and performance skills, and share your voice in an amazing way. We’ve raised t...  moreOur rehearsals are a Good balance of fun and focus, making new friends and singing arrangements of uplifting songs. Join our singing family of 30+ members Develop your music and performance skills, and share your voice in an amazing way. We’ve raised thousands for various charities through our concerts and perform regularly in events such as festivals, open days, fairs and more. We enjoy ‘giving back’ to our community so if you do too, we’ll make a great fit! No auditions - Everyone is welcome – teenagers and adults. When and where: 7:00 Tuesdays in term time at St Columba's R C Church 37 Queenhill Rd South Croydon CR2 8DW For more information, please contact Joanne at info@soulsymphony.co.uk.  less

Metro Nashville Chorus is from Nashville, Tennessee