Reformed in 2012 in honor of former faculty and accomplished choral arranger Bernell Hales, the 24-28 member U Chamber Choir maintains the high choral standards he Set in his twenty years at the U. The choir covers a wide range of repertoire and sty...  more Reformed in 2012 in honor of former faculty and accomplished choral arranger Bernell Hales, the 24-28 member U Chamber Choir maintains the high choral standards he Set in his twenty years at the U. The choir covers a wide range of repertoire and styles, especially focusing on those that push choral music into new, exciting arenas. The U Chamber Choir performs numerous works by conductor Barlow Bradford, an active composer and arranger, as well as private commissions by other renowned composers. The Chamber Choir often collaborates with other ensembles, both from the School of Music and off campus, including Dr. Bradford’s professional choir, the Utah Chamber Artists. Students in the U Chamber Choir participate in the highest quality choral experience, advancing their vocal technique, knowledge of choral repertoire and musicianship. The choirs under Dr. Bradford’s direction are known for their beauty of tone, musical nuance, and clear, ringing sound  less

How to Handle Negative Comments was first published in the Embro Thistle Singers Blog.   As much as it pains us to admit, we do get negative comments from time to time.  How we handle those can Set a tone for our choirs.  Getting upSet or...

"Kwela Kwela" as sung the University of Pretoria Youth Choir conducted by Lhente-Mari Pitout at their Gala Concert held on 24 September 2011. A joyous exclamation which is Set at a wedding, where the groom is being asked: "Where are you hiding the bri...  more"Kwela Kwela" as sung the University of Pretoria Youth Choir conducted by Lhente-Mari Pitout at their Gala Concert held on 24 September 2011. A joyous exclamation which is Set at a wedding, where the groom is being asked: "Where are you hiding the bride". Traditional Sesotho South African traditional music is known for their movement and dancing in their songs, and the UP Youth Choir accentuates this by highlighting the movement in their performance.  

A soldier's 'CALL OF DUTY' in pictures, Set to the awesome composition 'Lord Keep Us Safe' by Darren Marc Bartlett and superb choral vocals from Salvacosta. ''This brand new video is a tribute to all the men and women who serve to keep us safe. Thank y...  moreA soldier's 'CALL OF DUTY' in pictures, Set to the awesome composition 'Lord Keep Us Safe' by Darren Marc Bartlett and superb choral vocals from Salvacosta. ''This brand new video is a tribute to all the men and women who serve to keep us safe. Thank you to all the outstanding individuals who work tirelessly to dedicate their lives to protect us. You are true HEROES and because of your sacrifice, we are able to enjoy many freedoms that most of us take for granted. Please share and view on all social media sites to raise awareness and show our appreciation.; Darren Bartlett ''Lord, keep us safe this night, secure from all our fears; may angels guard our sleep, till morning light appears.'' Music Credits Composer - Darren Marc Bartlett Vocals - Salvacosta Lyrics - John Leland, 1792 Producers - Alvin Allison & Darren Bartlett Video creation - Kingsbere Designs Copyright DMB Music 2003 www.darrenbartlett.co.uk www.salvacosta.co.uk .....................................................    less

Cat.No. TKM830. A new and enchanting melody written by Toby Huelin for this well-known Set of words, two-part either upper voices or upper and lower Showcase your choir on our #youtube channel - we offer free music and promotion in return for a recordi...  moreCat.No. TKM830. A new and enchanting melody written by Toby Huelin for this well-known Set of words, two-part either upper voices or upper and lower Showcase your choir on our #youtube channel - we offer free music and promotion in return for a recording - please contact mail@timknightmusic.com for more info! See what other specialist services we offer (including commissions, singing holidays, choir and concert management workshops and composition courses) at www.timknightmusic.com. In the UK, all Tim Knight Music is distributed by and can be ordered through Spartan Press quoting the catalogue number on 01528 544770 http://www.spartanpress.co.uk/ or via www.timknightmusic.com shop page. Those without a ‘TKM’ prefix can be ordered directly from the publisher’s website – please contact mail@timknightmusic.com if you are having trouble sourcing this piece. In the USA and overseas, you can order direct from the publisher, via www.timknightmusic.com shop page, or via https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/ ABOU...    less

FLUTES FOR DANCING It's lucky to hear the flutes for dancing coming down the road. The ground is glowing. The table Set in the yard. We will drink all this wine tonight because it's Spring. It is. It's a growing sea. We're clouds over the sea, o...  moreFLUTES FOR DANCING It's lucky to hear the flutes for dancing coming down the road. The ground is glowing. The table Set in the yard. We will drink all this wine tonight because it's Spring. It is. It's a growing sea. We're clouds over the sea, or flecks of matter in the ocean when the ocean seems lit from within. I know I'm drunk when I start this ocean talk. Would you like to see the moon split in half with one throw? Texts by Rumi, translated by Coleman Barks © 1995 Coleman Barks. Used by permission. Performed by the Millennium Consort, Martin Neary, conductor, and the Pomona College Choir, Donna Di Grazia, director. Water Ruminations is a Setting of six poems by the thirteenth-century poet Rumi, in English translations from the Persian by Coleman Barks, for double choir and organ. The poetry sings of literal and spiritual connections between water and sky, a drop of water and human life, flowing water and love, drinking water and its container, the giddiness of spring and rolling s...    less

I NEVER SAW Davide Riva’s beautiful acapella Setting for four-part mixed voices is Set to the beloved poem by Emily Dickinson. The composition is divided into two repeated sections. In the first section, the choral texture is homo-rhythmic and in the se...  moreI NEVER SAW Davide Riva’s beautiful acapella Setting for four-part mixed voices is Set to the beloved poem by Emily Dickinson. The composition is divided into two repeated sections. In the first section, the choral texture is homo-rhythmic and in the second section, the voices are Set into a simple counterpoint. “I Never Saw” closes on the dominant chord creating a feeling of suspension that enhances the concept of faith expressed by Dickinson.  

Litany to the Holy Spirit is my Setting of the whole of Robert Herrick's poem by that name (as opposed to other well-known Settings which only use a few verses). The whole poem deserves to be Set in its entirety since the full story can be told and He...  moreLitany to the Holy Spirit is my Setting of the whole of Robert Herrick's poem by that name (as opposed to other well-known Settings which only use a few verses). The whole poem deserves to be Set in its entirety since the full story can be told and Herrick's feelings come out all the more.  

Salvacosta sing Derric Johnson's 'Shenandoah Set to the alternative Christian Hymn -'Mid all the traffic of the ways"'... "Shenandoah - the lush a cappella harmonies towards the end had me hitting the repeat button again and again, if only to wallow in...  moreSalvacosta sing Derric Johnson's 'Shenandoah Set to the alternative Christian Hymn -'Mid all the traffic of the ways"'... "Shenandoah - the lush a cappella harmonies towards the end had me hitting the repeat button again and again, if only to wallow in the glorious antithetical glissandos in the last measure. I loved that! " Barbara Allen - Pasadena, California USA Lyrics ’Mid all the traffic of the ways, Turmoils without, within, Make in my heart a quiet place, And come and dwell therein. A little shrine of quietness, All sacred to Thyself, Where Thou shalt all my soul possess, And I may find myself. A little place of mystic grace, Of self and sin swept bare, Where I may look into thy face, And talk with Thee in prayer. Copyright Derric Johnson Performed by Salvacosta Image courtesy of Chris Taylor Video Creation - Kingsbere Designs Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/salvacostauk/ www.dmbmusic.co.uk www.darrenbartlett.co.uk Copyright DMB MUSIC 2016  less

The St. Olaf Choir, with 75 mixed voices, is the pioneer a cappella choir in the United States. For nearly a century, the choir has Set a standard of choral excellence and remained at the forefront of choral artistry. Conducted since 1990 by Anton Armstro...  moreThe St. Olaf Choir, with 75 mixed voices, is the pioneer a cappella choir in the United States. For nearly a century, the choir has Set a standard of choral excellence and remained at the forefront of choral artistry. Conducted since 1990 by Anton Armstrong, the St. Olaf Choir continues to develop the tradition that originated with its founder, F. Melius Christiansen. Since its founding in 1912, the St. Olaf Choir has Set a standard in the choral art, serving as a model for choirs of all levels. The ensemble’s annual tour brings its artistry and message to thousands of people across the nation and around the world. The St. Olaf Choir has taken 13 international tours and performed for capacity audiences in the major concert halls of Norway, France, South Korea, New Zealand, Australia, New York City, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas, and the Twin Cities. In addition to being an artistic force, the St. Olaf Choir has a full calendar of events and a growing library of recordings. The choir’s mis...    less