[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] A while back I went to a workshop run by the amazing Su Hart who has spent around 25 years working with the Baka people of Central Africa. Living in the ra...

English Translation: Full of tears will be that day When from the ashes shall rise the guilty man to be judged; Therefore spare him, O God, Merciful Lord, grant them eternal rest. Amen Taghkanic Chorale https://www.taghkanicChorale.org/ May 2020

Greendale Chorale was formed in 2006 with the inception of the school. In these few years, the young all-girls choir has grown from strength to strength. Since June 2009, under the direction of their conductor, Mr Darius Lim, the choir has garnered num...  more Greendale Chorale was formed in 2006 with the inception of the school. In these few years, the young all-girls choir has grown from strength to strength. Since June 2009, under the direction of their conductor, Mr Darius Lim, the choir has garnered numerous accolades and awards to their name. In 2010 the choir won the Gold Award at the 3rd Orientale Concentus International Choral Competition in Yilan, Taiwan. The choir was also Category Winner and was one of four choirs to be invited to compete in the grand finals. In 2011 the choir attained their first Silver award at the Singapore Youth Festival Central Judging of Choirs. In the same year they came in 2nd at the National A Capella Championships. The choir has also collaborated with numerous national ensembles such as the Singapore Police Force Band and Choir and the Singapore Armed Forces Band. They have performed at major concert venues including the Esplanade Concert Hall, School of the Arts Concert Hall and Victoria Concert Hall - both alone and also ...    less

"Climb" by Jake Runestad. Poem by Todd Boss. Performed live by the Larimer Chorale and Orchestra. Michael Krueger, artistic director. Jake Runestad, guest conductor.

Kitka Women's vocal ensmble "Awakening" from The Rusalka Cycle: Songs Between Worlds (Concert Version) Live performance in Köln, Germany, 2009 Musical Direction, Composition, Arrangement and Dramaturgy by Mariana Sadovska Stage Direction by Andr...  moreKitka Women's vocal ensmble "Awakening" from The Rusalka Cycle: Songs Between Worlds (Concert Version) Live performance in Köln, Germany, 2009 Musical Direction, Composition, Arrangement and Dramaturgy by Mariana Sadovska Stage Direction by Andre Erlen and Ellen Sebastian Chang Traditional Song Souces in "Awakening": Rano, Rano - Ričice, Ukraine Provedu Rusalki - Ričice, Ukraine Oj lecit strela - Ričice, Ukraine Ispod duba, voda buba - Bosnia Do mar ciften do per gjah - Albania Blaho slovy Bože - Poltava region, Ukraine In Slavic folklore, Rusalki are powerful, enticing female entities who inhabit waters, forests and fields. Believed to be the restless spirits of women who have died unjust, untimely, or unnatural deaths - such as brides who died on their wedding night; young mothers who perished during childbirth; unmarried women who committed suicide after being rejected by a lover; or female babies who were stillborn - Rusalki regulate human, animal and agricultural fertility; seasonal cy...    less

Maori lullaby written by Princess Te Rangi Pai (born Fanny Rose Porter) (1868-1916) in 1907. Arranged by Nickomo based on the singing of Jade Eru. 'Hine' is a term of endearment for a girl. This is from The OK Chorale's second public concert in March 2...  moreMaori lullaby written by Princess Te Rangi Pai (born Fanny Rose Porter) (1868-1916) in 1907. Arranged by Nickomo based on the singing of Jade Eru. 'Hine' is a term of endearment for a girl. This is from The OK Chorale's second public concert in March 2013 at St. Mary's Church, Woodbridge, Suffolk, UK.  

The Virginia Beach Chorale is one of southeastern Virginia’s longest-tenured performing arts ensemble and has been a foundational member of the Hampton Roads arts community since 1958. We are dedicated to quality performances, music education, and communi...  moreThe Virginia Beach Chorale is one of southeastern Virginia’s longest-tenured performing arts ensemble and has been a foundational member of the Hampton Roads arts community since 1958. We are dedicated to quality performances, music education, and community service. As the resident choral ensemble of the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, we perform a varied repertoire from classics to Broadway and rock to jazz in two main concerts, one during the Christmas season and one in the spring, with additional benefit and collaborative performances throughout the year. Scheduled auditions for new members are held in August and January of each year. Our mission is to enhance the cultural and musical life of the community and to provide an opportunity for those interested in choral music to participate in these musical endeavors. Visit us at www.vbChorale.org  less

"Voz", de Ernesto Mateo, interpretado por el coro femenino del CSMC dirigido por Nikoleta Popova. Poema de Víctor Landeira. Imagen: "Reflection Nebula", por NASA y The Hubble Heritage Team (STScl)

Cantores Celestes Women's Choir LIVE in CONCERT Dec 1, 2018 Kelly Galbraith, Director Kate Carver, Piano Matthew Coons, Organ Emperor String Quartet Rick Harper, recording engineer Producer: Kelly Galbraith

Cantores Celestes Women's Choir LIVE in CONCERT Dec 1, 2018 Kelly Galbraith, Director Kate Carver, Piano Jennifer Latella, soloist Tamieka Evans, descant Emperor String Quartet Rick Harper, recording engineer Producer: Kelly Galbraith