A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Being in a choir is great (see The pleasures of being a choir member), but most mixed choirs never seem to have enough men.     photo by Robert...

In challenging times our passion for singing together is stronger than the physical distance. We celebrate love and compassion in this, our 22nd anniversary at Grupo Vocal Aequalis, by singing Fix You, the Coldplay hit, arranged by Mariano Galussio GR...  moreIn challenging times our passion for singing together is stronger than the physical distance. We celebrate love and compassion in this, our 22nd anniversary at Grupo Vocal Aequalis, by singing Fix You, the Coldplay hit, arranged by Mariano Galussio GRUPO VOCAL AEQUALIS Conductor: Mariana González Lanuza Keyboard & Guitar: Augusto Paso Violin: Valeria Matsuda Sopranos: Milagros Dastugue Cecilia Field Sandra Guspi Cristina Viñas Isabel Viñas Altos: Georgina Correa Alejandra Goicoechea Tenors: Ricardo Lammertyn Esteban Miyasato Basses: Pablo Bolognesi Roberto Ochova Augusto Paso Audio/Video edition: Dante Ferreyra  less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   After the long summer break, I used to arrive really early at the first choir session, sit by the door, and worry that nobody would come back.   ...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Certain people are rather dismissive of “Singing for fun” choirs. If it’s for fun then it can’t possibly be of any quality. ...

A tu lado - Javier Busto (SATB's Guide) Lyrics: Matías Antón Mena Music Arr.: Javier Busto An absolutely romantic text that a man writes to his wife as a declaration of love. The piece was written for the 50th anniversary of the Habaneras Contest in To...  moreA tu lado - Javier Busto (SATB's Guide) Lyrics: Matías Antón Mena Music Arr.: Javier Busto An absolutely romantic text that a man writes to his wife as a declaration of love. The piece was written for the 50th anniversary of the Habaneras Contest in Torrevieja, Spain. The musical writing has nothing of a traditional habanera. The constant habanera rhythm is not present but must be felt as an internal rhythm. What I have included is the alternation of minor and major modes so typical of habaneras. More Information, contact us: guide4score@gmail.com  less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Sometimes you might have to learn your song part from a recording rather than with everyone else together in a choir session.   photo by Kat...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] We all know that joining a choir is a good thing to do. But it might not suit everyone. photo by Dave Pearce   here are five reasons why it mig...

Ottawa choir, The Stairwell Carollers, perform “ Underneath the Stars” by Kate Rusby. All our CDs benefit charities and are available on our website in both CD and MP3 formats. Get our professional recordings here... http://www.stairwellcarollers.com ...  moreOttawa choir, The Stairwell Carollers, perform “ Underneath the Stars” by Kate Rusby. All our CDs benefit charities and are available on our website in both CD and MP3 formats. Get our professional recordings here... http://www.stairwellcarollers.com The Stairwell Carollers, an a cappella group formed in 1977 by director Pierre Massie, has earned the distinction of being ranked amongst the best of Ontario choirs. The group took first place in both the 2010 and 2013 Ontario Music Festival Association provincial competition. Visit our blog http://www.stairwellcarollers.blogspot.com/ or our website http://www.stairwellcarollers.com/ for updates. Audio: Tom Barnes. Recorded at St. Barnabas Church, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, June 1, 2019. Videographers: Matthieu Brennan, Andrew Mason Editing: Pierre Massie  less

[this is an updated version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   When I use the word ‘choir’, an image will pop into most people’s minds.     a bunch of fidgety 7-year-olds...

The Ingenium Academy Choir forms once a year at the Ingenium Academy International Summer School for Music, based in Winchester College, England. Our diverse vocal programme is for 14-18 year olds who love to sing, are keen to develop their choral tech...  moreThe Ingenium Academy Choir forms once a year at the Ingenium Academy International Summer School for Music, based in Winchester College, England. Our diverse vocal programme is for 14-18 year olds who love to sing, are keen to develop their choral technique, improve their ensemble singing and explore a diverse range of vocal styles. We sing a challenging and exciting repertoire encompassing many genres, and ensure that students gain a deep understanding of these musical styles through the guidance of sectional tutors and voice specialists.  less