Performed at St. Dominic's Church (San Francisco)Angelus is a women's ensemble dedicated to performing (mostly) sacred music. We go all the way back to 12th century music and slowly build up to more recent pieces like Sound of Silence and these pieces fro...  morePerformed at St. Dominic's Church (San Francisco)Angelus is a women's ensemble dedicated to performing (mostly) sacred music. We go all the way back to 12th century music and slowly build up to more recent pieces like Sound of Silence and these pieces from Michael McGlynn. We are located in Mt. Vernon, IN under the direction or Mr. Dana Taylor. If you would like to hear more, we are on iTunes and we also have a website: http://mvhsperformingarts.com/?q=node/409  

The University Chorale performs the "Song of Ruth" by Rudy Lupinski and Victoria Davison. The East Central University Department of Music as part of the School of Fine Arts is housed in the beautiful Hallie Brown Ford Fine Arts Center. The Department has...  moreThe University Chorale performs the "Song of Ruth" by Rudy Lupinski and Victoria Davison. The East Central University Department of Music as part of the School of Fine Arts is housed in the beautiful Hallie Brown Ford Fine Arts Center. The Department has over two hundred participating students of which approximately half are music majors. We have eighteen faculty members and are fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.  

Guadete is an up-tempo, jovial 16th century christmas carol. This version is from the Noteworthy christmas CD, and is performed by the Chor Leoni Mens Choir. The illustration is Peter Paul Rubens' "Adoration of the Magi". The Latin lyrics and English tran...  moreGuadete is an up-tempo, jovial 16th century christmas carol. This version is from the Noteworthy christmas CD, and is performed by the Chor Leoni Mens Choir. The illustration is Peter Paul Rubens' "Adoration of the Magi". The Latin lyrics and English translation follow: Gaudete, gaudete! Christus est natus Ex Maria virgine, gaudete! Rejoice, rejoice! Christ is born Of the Virgin Mary — rejoice! Tempus adest gratiæ Hoc quod optabamus, Carmina lætitiæ Devote reddamus. The time of grace has come— This that we have desired, Verses of jOy Let us devoutly return. Deus homo factus est Natura mirante, Mundus renovatus est A Christo regnante. God has become man, To the wonderment of Nature, The world has been renewed By the reigning Christ. Ezechielis porta Clausa pertransitur, Unde lux est orta Salus invenitur. The closed gate of Ezechiel Is passed through, Whence the light is born, Salvation is found. Ergo nostra contio Psallat iam in lustro; Benedicat Domino: Sal...    less

Hugh Martin/Ralph Blane, Arr. Peter Gritton - Have Yourself a Merry Little christmas. Swara Vocal Ensemble, Belgium

Shakti Sings is a national choir of over 150 people who come together every month to honour the earth through song. Our mission is to spread a message of respect for the natural world through music from across the globe, and we have performed at events su...  moreShakti Sings is a national choir of over 150 people who come together every month to honour the earth through song. Our mission is to spread a message of respect for the natural world through music from across the globe, and we have performed at events such as Glastonbury Festival 2013 Opening Ceremony, and the United Nations World Environment Day concert in Staines and in Oxford Street, central London. We welcome men and women of all abilities, and sessions are taught by ear so no experience is needed, just a passion for singing and a love of the earth! Our Musical Director is the renowned Susie Ro Prater who has supported choirs and natural voice movement workshops for many years. Our very enjOyable choir practices take place once a month at the Hythe Centre in Egham, Staines, easily accessible by train from Central London and free parking onsite. Membership is £15 for the year and minimum £5 per member for each of our sessions. Please bring a mug for refreshments. Incredible value! Non-members ...    less

DID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience the jOy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creati...  moreDID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience the jOy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creativity Australia (www.creativityaustralia.org.au) is building a happier, healthier, more inclusive nation through the life-changing With One Voice program. We bridge the gap between people experiencing disadvantage and those more fortunate through the neuro-scientific benefits of community singing. We build supportive networks that help people connect to brighter futures. Creativity Australia is delighted to offer a suite of With One Voice “how to” guide videos, resources and mentoring for individuals, groups and communities looking to start new, inclusive With One Voice choirs using our innovative social franchise model. Together, we can change the world… one voice at a time. With One Voice choirs are led by professional conductors and meet weekly, follo...    less

DID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience the jOy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creati...  moreDID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience the jOy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creativity Australia (www.creativityaustralia.org.au) is building a happier, healthier, more inclusive nation through the life-changing With One Voice program. We bridge the gap between people experiencing disadvantage and those more fortunate through the neuro-scientific benefits of community singing. We build supportive networks that help people connect to brighter futures. Creativity Australia is delighted to offer a suite of With One Voice “how to” guide videos, resources and mentoring for individuals, groups and communities looking to start new, inclusive With One Voice choirs using our innovative social franchise model. Together, we can change the world… one voice at a time. With One Voice choirs are led by professional conductors and meet weekly, follo...    less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   “Great, a new song to learn.”   Photo by Michael Wu   “Oh, no, it’s in ‘foreign’. Help!”  ...