Coro Et Al Festival 2016

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   The Natural Voice Network (NVN) has done a great deal to dispel the myth that you have to be able to read Music to be in a Choir.   photo by...

Come and sing songs from jazz to Gospel, from old crooners to contemporary pop, from cultures across the world. We welcome everyone – all you need are vocal cords! Raise the Roof is led by Kirsty Martin. Each term participants have the opportunity to ...  moreCome and sing songs from jazz to Gospel, from old crooners to contemporary pop, from cultures across the world. We welcome everyone – all you need are vocal cords! Raise the Roof is led by Kirsty Martin. Each term participants have the opportunity to perform in a concert here at the Horniman. Kirsty Martin is a Choral Activist and MD for Hullabaloo Community Quire in Brighton. She is a prolific composer and arranger for community Choirs, and travels extensively to share her infectious and joyful funkysoulybluesyfolky vocal vision with singers nationwide!  less

Men of Faith Passing on the Faith through Songs of Praise - continuing the Gospel Quartet tradition at Augsburg College, the mission of the ACS is to present concerts that personalize a Christian faith & encourage listeners to establish & deepen a...  moreMen of Faith Passing on the Faith through Songs of Praise - continuing the Gospel Quartet tradition at Augsburg College, the mission of the ACS is to present concerts that personalize a Christian faith & encourage listeners to establish & deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ & to provide a fellowship for me who find joy in singing songs that have Musical excellence, address the heart and reflect a variety of Musical traditions.  

Winner of the 2015 ASCAP/Chorus America award for Adventurous Programming, Choral Chameleon is known for championing New Music for voices within the context of mixed-genre thematic programming and experiments in non-traditional staging. Founded in New ...  moreWinner of the 2015 ASCAP/Chorus America award for Adventurous Programming, Choral Chameleon is known for championing New Music for voices within the context of mixed-genre thematic programming and experiments in non-traditional staging. Founded in New York City in 2008 by Artistic Director Vince Peterson, the organization now encompasses: a roster of professional ensemble singers, a volunteer chorus of 40-50 adults and an annual week-long Summer Institute in Brooklyn for composers and conductors. The culture of the organization marries informality, loving support and joyful curiosity, with the expectation of solid and technical Musicianship, constant learning and openness toward the unexpected.  less

Vox’n’Roll is a Rock & Pop a cappella group from Salzburg. The ensemble inspires their audience with modern arrangements, which are mostly written by themselves. Changing with the seasons, their repertoire also includes classical Music and genuine Au...  moreVox’n’Roll is a Rock & Pop a cappella group from Salzburg. The ensemble inspires their audience with modern arrangements, which are mostly written by themselves. Changing with the seasons, their repertoire also includes classical Music and genuine Austrian folklore (for example the “Salzburger Anglöckln”).  

Blend Vocal Association is a Calgary women’s vocal ensemble that was established in 2011. Our 14-member group unites in 3 and 4 part harmony. We share our love of singing by performing an entertaining selection of Music from a variety of genres. Since our...  moreBlend Vocal Association is a Calgary women’s vocal ensemble that was established in 2011. Our 14-member group unites in 3 and 4 part harmony. We share our love of singing by performing an entertaining selection of Music from a variety of genres. Since our inception, we strive to engage all our audience members, from the Musically sophisticated to first-timers. We enjoy bringing our performance art to the Calgary community. We perform at two major concerts per year as well as various community performances. As a distinctive and dynamic women’s vocal ensemble, we collaborate with local artists to perform unique arrangements of familiar and eclectic repertoire. Blend Vocal Association strives to unite in harmony and share our love of singing by performing a diverse and entertaining selection of Musical styles. We ensure our Musically sophisticated and first-time audience members leave our multiple-layered performances feeling entertained, upbeat and inspired.  less

I'm pleased to share with you a new free sheet Music website for Buddhist Choral Music - www.buddhistchoralMusic.com. Singers and Choral Directors are warmly encouraged to browse through over twenty pieces freely available to download as sheet Music, and ...

A cappella

Music has always been a highly appreciated tradition at St. Benedict’s College. One could trace back choral singing at St. Benedict’s to the early years of the 20th.Century when La Sallian Christian brother expatriates from Europe inculcated in the local ...  moreMusic has always been a highly appreciated tradition at St. Benedict’s College. One could trace back choral singing at St. Benedict’s to the early years of the 20th.Century when La Sallian Christian brother expatriates from Europe inculcated in the local staff and student bodies , an appreciation of choral singing. They brought to our school the rich traditions of classical Music that prevailed in Europe, at the time. By and by , they were ably assisted by highly interested and committed lay trainers cum teachers who went on to train prize winning Choirs that stood out among schools and also were in great demand for national events. The history of the Benedictine Choirs would not be complete without reference to the great English Musician Rev.Bro. Hugh Farrington , ably assisted by Bonnie Fonseka. They established the reputation of Benedictine Choirs. Bonnie, who was the Master in charge of Music in addition to being in charge of the Commercial Studies section , was able to form and maintain a Choir of over s...    less