This was recorded during St Peter's Singers' lunchtime recital on 28th October 2009 in the beautiful Basilica de Sant Francesc, Palma de Mallorca, which formed part of the choir's acclaimed concert tour of Mallorca. The organist is David Houlder, Sub-Orga...  moreThis was recorded during St Peter's Singers' lunchtime recital on 28th October 2009 in the beautiful Basilica de Sant Francesc, Palma de Mallorca, which formed part of the choir's acclaimed concert tour of Mallorca. The organist is David Houlder, Sub-Organist of Leeds Parish Church and the Singers' regular accompanist. Ave Maria, gratia plena, Dominus tecum et benedicta fructus ventris tui, Jesus. Sancta Maria, Mater Dei, ora pro nobis, nunc et in hora mortis nostrae, ora pro nobis peccatoribus. Amen. [Translation: Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen] Simon Lindleys setting of the Angelic Salutation, Ave Maria, was devised for the Choir of Leeds Parish Church in the late 1970s and has since achieved widespread performance by choirs throughout the English-speaking world. The work has been recorded and broadcast many times and was chosen to ...    less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   It can be tough joining a new choir, especially if you’re an under-confident singer.   Painting ("Little little girl 29") by susie mendelss...

Community choirs are often built with the best intentions: warmth, connection, and belonging. But for neurodivergent Singers - including those with autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences, and social anxiety - some of the most common "welcoming" beha...

Scores abailable at: bit.ly/GalaxiaS Performed by The Sunday Night Singers November 5, 2023 Artistic Director: Mike McCullough Guest Conductor: Santiago Veros Concert: Galaxias Filmed: Alex Arreola Editing: Jose Meza Galaxias by Santiago Veros...  moreScores abailable at: bit.ly/GalaxiaS Performed by The Sunday Night Singers November 5, 2023 Artistic Director: Mike McCullough Guest Conductor: Santiago Veros Concert: Galaxias Filmed: Alex Arreola Editing: Jose Meza Galaxias by Santiago Veros The work narrates the idea that each person is a light that is part of the galaxy. The text describes an eternal being that receives the ancestral light to form part of the stellar mantle. It provides support and guidance to those who are looking for a path. Lyrics And the shadow of twilight fades when the light of the ancestors forms a mantle that protects and guides us. A being illuminating the galaxies The certainty on the shipwrecked path The glint of existence, time and distance. The ancient aurora of golden light at the awakening of the dawn the eyes radiant with certainties condensed into rays of light. The eternal radiance of the soul: an instant of infinite distances and the birth of a million dawns.  less

Presented by Ponte Singers and Ponte Orchestra in 2013 Ponte Singers Concert - Der Zyklus 「生．息」(Hong Kong) in The Concert Hall, Hong Kong City Hall

www.lanovaSingers.co.uk La Nova Singers are a UK-based female vocal ensemble who perform using the Bel Canto technique. Here they perform Eric Whitacre's piece 'The Seal Lullaby' at their concert 'Light is my Heart', in Bournemouth. Conducted by Miche...  morewww.lanovaSingers.co.uk La Nova Singers are a UK-based female vocal ensemble who perform using the Bel Canto technique. Here they perform Eric Whitacre's piece 'The Seal Lullaby' at their concert 'Light is my Heart', in Bournemouth. Conducted by Michelle Nova. Accompanied by Celia Cologne on piano.  

Chantage is one of the UK's leading amateur choirs, formed in 1999 and is now well known as a stylish and energetic young chamber choir. Chantage won the BBC Radio 3 Choir of the Year competition in 2006, recorded live with Elbow at Abbey Road Studios in ...  moreChantage is one of the UK's leading amateur choirs, formed in 1999 and is now well known as a stylish and energetic young chamber choir. Chantage won the BBC Radio 3 Choir of the Year competition in 2006, recorded live with Elbow at Abbey Road Studios in 2009 and is frequently featured on Classic FM and BBC radio. Chantage performs a wide range of repertoire, programming works traditionally performed by English chamber choirs alongside lesser known works sourced from foreign choral cultures. Chantage was formed in 1999 by its Musical Director James Davey, and quickly established itself in London as a stylish and energetic young chamber choir. It draws Singers from all over the country and from all walks of life. Strong commitment from its members has helped forge a growing reputation as an outstanding amateur choir with a national reputation. Chantage performs a wide range of repertoire, programming works traditionally performed by English chamber choirs alongside lesser known works sourced from foreign ch...    less

Calling Singers from all choirs! The Really Big Chorus has a new Royal Albert Hall programme to share with keen choral Singers: a bumper Handel concert with nine of the best choruses (all included in Novello's 'Great Handel Choruses') and some of his best...

Fulham Children's Choir is a new choir for South West London, directed by Christopher Wray and Hermione Ruck Keene. Open to boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 13, the choir rehearses on Tuesdays between 5.15 and 6.30 at St Peter's Church, Fulham. ...  moreFulham Children's Choir is a new choir for South West London, directed by Christopher Wray and Hermione Ruck Keene. Open to boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 13, the choir rehearses on Tuesdays between 5.15 and 6.30 at St Peter's Church, Fulham. Children learn to sing together, about vocal development and musicianship, and most importantly have fun! The choir will give regular performances in and around Fulham. Visit our website to find out more about joining the choir and our future events.  

www.keystoneacappella.com www.facebook.com/KeyStoneVocals Live from the kitchen at Sled Dog Studios, KeyStone takes a break from tracking their debut album with The Vocal Company to sing a Sara Barielles tune they just added to their repertoire. Mu...  morewww.keystoneacappella.com www.facebook.com/KeyStoneVocals Live from the kitchen at Sled Dog Studios, KeyStone takes a break from tracking their debut album with The Vocal Company to sing a Sara Barielles tune they just added to their repertoire. Music by Sara Barielles Arrangement by Tom West Lead Vocal: Jen Steinberg Shot live on an iPhone by our recording engineer and producer, Ted Trembinski. The music in this video is unedited and not Mastered.