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Voxtet
1998
Voxtet was founded by Martin Mikeš and his several friends. A year before, there was already a male vocal group consisting of six members called MIKE 6, the establishment of which was inspired by a US vocal group TAKE 6. Voxtet was basically formed ... more1998
Voxtet was founded by Martin Mikeš and his several friends. A year before, there was already a male vocal group consisting of six members called MIKE 6, the establishment of which was inspired by a US vocal group TAKE 6. Voxtet was basically formed by subsequent addition of female singers to MIKE6.
The formation of Voxtet started out with nine persons but, during the first three years, it ca
me down to the current six members. Most of the singers in Voxtet have their musical background in various choirs. Some of them still sing in Jihlava’s famous PS Campanula choir.
1999
Voxtet’s first concert took place on 31 May 1999 in Jihlava’s Horácké theatre. From then on, Voxtet’s performed at various minor events as well as its own big shows.
1999-2001
At the beginning, Voxtet was remarkable especially due to the absolute lack of a distinct dramaturgy. The main part of its repertoire was based on vocal transcripts of popular songs, folk, gospel and jazz songs. However, Voxtet’s repertoire currently ten... less
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Chorale Acadienne
Chorale Acadienne is a vocal ensemble made up of people from our community who have been auditioned and are committed to the rehearsal and concert schedule set forth each season.
video:
Now Every Tree by Thomas Weelkes transposed for men's voices (AATB or ATBarB)
Arranged for men's voices (2 versions: E Dorian ((AATB) and C# Dorian (ATBarB) - it is sung here by the dwsChorale in the C# Dorian version
Now every tree renews
his summer’s green,
Why is your heart in
winter’s garments clad?
Your beauty says my... moreArranged for men's voices (2 versions: E Dorian ((AATB) and C# Dorian (ATBarB) - it is sung here by the dwsChorale in the C# Dorian version
Now every tree renews
his summer’s green,
Why is your heart in
winter’s garments clad?
Your beauty says my love
is summer’s queen,
But your cold love
like winter makes me sad:
Then either spring
with buds of love again
Or else congeal my
thoughts with your disdain.
blog:
The sound of silence – rediscovering the art of listening
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] With far fewer people around at the moment, I am starting to hear things that I don’t normally notice.
It made me realise that in our usually busy dail...
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Spectrum Singers Announces Auditions
Spectrum Singers, a new vocal ensemble under the direction of Amy Saari, will be having auditions on August 19, August 26, and September 9 starting at 7:30 p.m. at Drayton Avenue Presbyterian Church (2441 Pinecrest Dr., Ferndale 48220). Out of a desire to...
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We3
The UK's only 3 piece vocal band of its kind. We3 brings together the amazing talents of Fraser (bass), Steve (lead) and Andy (vocal percussion), to form a unique sounding band with extraordinary versatility, repertoire, range and style that leaves audien... moreThe UK's only 3 piece vocal band of its kind. We3 brings together the amazing talents of Fraser (bass), Steve (lead) and Andy (vocal percussion), to form a unique sounding band with extraordinary versatility, repertoire, range and style that leaves audiences mesmerised.
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The Esoterics
The Esoterics is a Seattle-based vocal ensemble that is dedicated to performing and perpetuating contemporary a cappella choral settings of poetry, philosophy, and spiritual writings from around the world. While cultivating artistic expression and cultura... moreThe Esoterics is a Seattle-based vocal ensemble that is dedicated to performing and perpetuating contemporary a cappella choral settings of poetry, philosophy, and spiritual writings from around the world. While cultivating artistic expression and cultural understanding among its singers and audience alike, The Esoterics aspires to reflect the beauty, power, and significance that are inherent in the music of our time.
