Regarded as one of the finest masterpieces of all Western Music, this passion setting brings to music the text of Matthew 26 and 27 concerning the suffering and death of Jesus Christ. The evangelist tells the story, arias convey the inner feelings of us h...  moreRegarded as one of the finest masterpieces of all Western Music, this passion setting brings to music the text of Matthew 26 and 27 concerning the suffering and death of Jesus Christ. The evangelist tells the story, arias convey the inner feelings of us humans as we gaze upon the Golgotha scene and choruses and Chorales reflect on our own place in the drama. Bach's incredible work of art stands alone in its complete telling of the crucifixion story in a manner which stirs and moves the soul of the performer and listener. This is a mountaintop experience not to be missed.  less

World première performance given by Auckland Symphony Orchestra, The Graduate Choir New Zealand and Holy Trinity Cathedral Choir directed by Peter Thomas. Organist: Philip Smith. Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland, 10 March 2018. Composer's website: https:/...  moreWorld première performance given by Auckland Symphony Orchestra, The Graduate Choir New Zealand and Holy Trinity Cathedral Choir directed by Peter Thomas. Organist: Philip Smith. Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland, 10 March 2018. Composer's website: https://www.chrisartley.com  

Rehearsing and performing using a variety of movement exercises will powerfully impact the artistry of a Choral performance. The applications of movement in our Choirs are nearly endless. Vocal technique is aided through the liberal use of movement in the...

Contest performance at the International Festival of Choral and Folklore Music "SLOVAKIA CANTAT". Bratislava, Slovakia, 2013.

Be sure to check out "Choosing Choral Repertoire" at http://choosingChoralrepertoire.blogspot.com/.  New pieces and old favorites will be recommended for middle school, high school, and university/community Choirs. 

This is a post with tips for beginning composers. Before being a full-time Choral composer, I'm a fan of Choral music. I want to constantly discover new things. So, I'm going to write down what I wish I had known when I started in this profe...

The internationally acclaimed tenor Mark Padmore has been announced as a new President of Bristol Choral Society and will sing Bach's Christmas Oratorio with the Choir later this month. He becomes a joint President alongside the Lord Mayor of Bristol and...

Choirs and singers of Sheffield - Come and take part in a massed Choral performance in the heart of Sheffield! Albion have been commissioned, with funding from Arts Council England, to stage a special performance as part of the opening weekend of the T...

The Choral Club A space dedicated to unite Choirs from all over the world through music.Together with Anthony Silvestri and Ronald Cadmus, I have created this wonderful space where I hope to share the best of my music with you all. My intention is t...

Here is the FULL highlight video of the 12th International Choral Festival Orientale Concentus, Singapore 2019! Orientale Concentus was conceptualized in 2008 with the purpose of connecting choristers from diverse cultural and Choral traditions and pro...  moreHere is the FULL highlight video of the 12th International Choral Festival Orientale Concentus, Singapore 2019! Orientale Concentus was conceptualized in 2008 with the purpose of connecting choristers from diverse cultural and Choral traditions and promoting Choral music development in Asia. It has seen participation from 12 countries and has gotten rave reviews worldwide. The 13th International Choral Festival Orientale Concentus, Singapore 2019, will be held from 25 July - 28 July 2020, at Yong Siew Toh Conservatory Concert Hall and Singapore’s World Class Esplanade Concert Hall. Visit www.orientaleconcentus.com and/or contact @Ace 99 Cultural / event@ace99.com.sg for more information.  less