Acappellago was founded in 2002 by a number of community members seeking a musical challenge. We present a wide variety of music ranging from classical, contemporary, jazz, pop, gospel, spirituals & have given a number of World, US & Chicago premieres.

Founded in June 1977, The present Whitehaven Male Voice Choir has established an enviable reputation among The musical World of male voices in Britain, along with appearances on local radio and television. During The choir’s existence, it has taken par...  moreFounded in June 1977, The present Whitehaven Male Voice Choir has established an enviable reputation among The musical World of male voices in Britain, along with appearances on local radio and television. During The choir’s existence, it has taken part in many musical festivals, and proven its quality by winning many first prizes, and has been joined in concert by World renowned soloists and choirs from Britain and America. Every year, The choir perform around twenty concerts throughout Cumbria, raising thousands of pounds for charitable organisations and oTher worthy causes. The services of The choir are provided entirely free of charge to The organisations They perform for. Outside The county They have performed in such notable venues as The Royal Albert Hall, London; on three occasions, Cardiff Arms Park; twice, Sheffield Arena and in Edinburgh. In June every year, The choir hosts it’s prestigious ‘Annual Concert’ in Whitehaven Civic Hall, for which They engage The services of guest soloists or c...    less

'Comme Une Rose', music for SATB choir with divisi a cappella with French lyrics. Words & music : Anthony Sylvestre. Piece looking for its World premiere! More information and digital sheet music to purchase on The webstore ASTURIA MUSIC: https://www...  more'Comme Une Rose', music for SATB choir with divisi a cappella with French lyrics. Words & music : Anthony Sylvestre. Piece looking for its World premiere! More information and digital sheet music to purchase on The webstore ASTURIA MUSIC: https://www.asturiamusic.com/?page=comme-une-rose  

WHEN I LAND for unaccompanied SATB mixed choir, is from THREE GNOSTIC POEMS, by Greg Bartholomew, here performed by The Orlando Chorale under Gregory Ruffer. An Open World, When I Land and And The Wind are three settings of poems from FletcherLaVallee...  moreWHEN I LAND for unaccompanied SATB mixed choir, is from THREE GNOSTIC POEMS, by Greg Bartholomew, here performed by The Orlando Chorale under Gregory Ruffer. An Open World, When I Land and And The Wind are three settings of poems from FletcherLaVallee Bartholomew's collection entitled "And The Wind: Gnostic Poems 1945 - 1979." Minneapolis native Fletcher Bartholomew spent most of his life in aviation, beginning with a childhood flight in a Curtis Robin in 1929. His work in aviation started with a job as an inspector in an aircraft factory. He went on to become a test pilot in World War II, serving at The South India Air Depot at Bangalore, India. He often spoke later of his experience on The ship to India and The people he met travelling around The subcontinent. He subsequently worked in aviation in Munich, Germany, and in Lima, Peru, before he concluded his career working in airport planning and management.  less

Bogoroditse Devo is a contemporary Russian setting of The classic Hail Mary text. The piece was commissioned by The Rose Ensemble in 2009. It has quickly become a favorite of choirs and choral music lovers all over The World. This is a MUST HEAR piece,...  moreBogoroditse Devo is a contemporary Russian setting of The classic Hail Mary text. The piece was commissioned by The Rose Ensemble in 2009. It has quickly become a favorite of choirs and choral music lovers all over The World. This is a MUST HEAR piece, and if you're a mixed choir, a MUST PERforM piece too!  

[The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from 25 years of leading non-auditioned community choirs in The UK, as well as adult singing workshops. My focus is on teaching by ear using a repertoire of songs from traditions across th...

Kantorei of Kansas City directed by Chris Munce performing live at St. Peter's Church in KC, MO. May 30th, 2015. www.kantoreikc.org A cry for peace in a World torn by war, this poignant a cappella setting of an original text is filled with striking dyn...  moreKantorei of Kansas City directed by Chris Munce performing live at St. Peter's Church in KC, MO. May 30th, 2015. www.kantoreikc.org A cry for peace in a World torn by war, this poignant a cappella setting of an original text is filled with striking dynamic contrasts. "Sing, Be, Live, See... This dark stormy hour, The wind, it stirs. The scorched earth cries out in vain... But music and singing have been my refuge, and music and singing shall be my light..." by Frank Ticheli  

Performance by The Mansfield University Concert Choir conducted by Peggy Dettwiler at The 2014 World Choir Games in Riga, Latvia. They won a gold medal and third place in The Mixed Youth Choir Category.

We know some of you will flinch at this post, but equally oThers like to plan early (Leeds Male Voice Choir have Their concert dates booked in right up until Christmas 2024!!).... if you are in The latter camp you can filter our Choral Music list by music...