"Stella" is dedicated to my friend Kristina, who introduced me to this remarkable French poem by Victor Hugo written while in exile on the Isle of Jersey. It is a complex layered poem exploring a multitude of interactions with the Morning star - in na...  more"Stella" is dedicated to my friend Kristina, who introduced me to this remarkable French poem by Victor Hugo written while in exile on the Isle of Jersey. It is a complex layered poem exploring a multitude of interactions with the Morning star - in naturalistic, religious, spiritual and seemingly political terms. Sincere thanks to Matthew Curtis (choraltracks.com) for recording "Stella." To purchase the sheet music for this song, please contact: info@leadingnote.com. I would like to acknowledge the a cappella choir that I sing in, The Stairwell Carollers, and our director Pierre Massie, for their musical inspiration these past 26 years. I would also like to thank my friends in our "Ad hoc Chorale" for testing out this piece in one of our informal workshops and offering valuable comments. And with deepest appreciation to my brother Adam Rain and my friend Geneviève Lajoie for their invaluable support throughout my composing journey.  less

It all began with the idea one Morning that the "other tune" for Nahum Tate's carol "While shepherds watched" is, of course, the Yorkshire ditty "On Ilkley moor bar t'hat". Well, as the day progressed to afternoon, other tunes got added, resulting in ...  moreIt all began with the idea one Morning that the "other tune" for Nahum Tate's carol "While shepherds watched" is, of course, the Yorkshire ditty "On Ilkley moor bar t'hat". Well, as the day progressed to afternoon, other tunes got added, resulting in a curious potpourri for choir and piano. The choir gets to sing "On Ilkla Moor", the Este psalter tune known to all, and also Auld Lang Syne. The second voice, in its madrigalian way, gets a sly English cadence!. Meanwhile, the piano also gets some sly references to "Sing a song of sixpence" and "Scotland the brave". I sang it in G (ATBB) on this video, to fit my multitrack range, but mixed choir versions are also available on musicaneo: in C (SATB) (fairly high for the sopranos) http://www.musicaneo.com/sheetmusic/sm-196257_while_shepherds_watched_-_in_various_melodies.html#196258 and in Bflat (SATB) (fairly low for the basses) http://www.musicaneo.com/sheetmusic/sm-196257_while_shepherds_watched_-_in_various_melodies.html#196257  less

SHE FLIES for SSA vocal ensemble or small female choir. Music composed by DAVIDE RIVA Performance and recording: ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHAMBER CHOIR - Virtual Singers Text: EMILY DICKINSON To the Bright east she flies, Brothers of Paradise Remit he...  moreSHE FLIES for SSA vocal ensemble or small female choir. Music composed by DAVIDE RIVA Performance and recording: ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHAMBER CHOIR - Virtual Singers Text: EMILY DICKINSON To the Bright east she flies, Brothers of Paradise Remit her home, Without a change of wings, Or Love’s convenient things, Enticed to come. Fashioning what she is, Fathoming what she was, We deem we dream— And that dissolves the days Through which existence strays Homeless at home.  

A fun community choir that meets on a Friday Morning 10am - 12noon at Hunston Village Hall, Chichester, West Sussex.

With much valued assistance from the Tea Time Choir and the Morning Chorus. Brilliant version of this song performed on 19th July 2013 at St John's Church, Gloucester on a stonking hot day (30 degrees plus)

Muzaria's first album now available!!! - Released 11/05/18. 13 Incredible tracks including 3 amazing a Cappella pieces. Visit www.muzaria.com for details on how to purchase. Available at the Govan Centenary Celebrations Weekend Concerts. Shortly available...  moreMuzaria's first album now available!!! - Released 11/05/18. 13 Incredible tracks including 3 amazing a Cappella pieces. Visit www.muzaria.com for details on how to purchase. Available at the Govan Centenary Celebrations Weekend Concerts. Shortly available on itunes and Amazon. www.darrenbartlett.co.uk Copyright DMB MUSIC 2000-2018 www.muzaria.com www.salvacosta.co.uk  

This Blog was originally published:Themes & Variations by Musican & Producer Kelly Galbraith http://kellygalbraithblog.com/2014/05/13/visions-of-paradise-choral-musings-on-heaven/     This beautiful May Morning was the first time ...

Blue Spirit Vocals performance at the Sounding the City Morning session on Sunday 21st October 2012 - Gathering Voices Festival of Song www.festivalofsong.org.uk. Blue Spirit Vocals ( http://www.bluespiritvocals.co.uk/ ) are a new and exciting youth ch...  moreBlue Spirit Vocals performance at the Sounding the City Morning session on Sunday 21st October 2012 - Gathering Voices Festival of Song www.festivalofsong.org.uk. Blue Spirit Vocals ( http://www.bluespiritvocals.co.uk/ ) are a new and exciting youth choir from Bristol formed in January 2010 and already has over 50 members. These amazingly talented youngsters perform beautiful, uplifting music. The repertoire is an eclectic mix of music ranging from folk to musical, traditional and popular in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Their confidence, infectious enthusiasm and passionate singing make them enchanting to watch. Seasonal performances in and around Bristol, include prestigious venues such as the Colston Hall and Bristol Zoo.  less

As Christmas is a season of hope, let us all be Stars of strength and inspiration for those whose skies remain moonless in these trying times... Join Cantus and the Voices Unbound Virtual Choir in the premiere of GO, MY SOUL, a new choral work by Aleja...  moreAs Christmas is a season of hope, let us all be Stars of strength and inspiration for those whose skies remain moonless in these trying times... Join Cantus and the Voices Unbound Virtual Choir in the premiere of GO, MY SOUL, a new choral work by Alejandro Consolacion II, with words by Jerricho Reynaldo. ___________________________________________________________________________ VOICES UNBOUND: A Cantus Virtual Choir Project This is a 2-month holistic music workshop that will gear us to continue our journey to grow as musicians & individuals in these trying times, while we connect and bond with our fellow choristers and conductors. We are convinced that this pandemic must not hinder us to make music, inspire people, and learn from distinguished guests. Production Team: Alejandro Consolacion II, Music Director Juan Paolo Llantino, Project Head Charry May Villa Balboa, Project Coordinator Charry May Villa Balboa & Alejandro Consolacion II, Audio Editing and Mixing Louis Marlon Virtusio, Video an...    less

Traditional Basque carol arranged by Edgar Pettman Sung by the dwsChorale www.dwsolo.com Sing lullaby! Lullaby baby, now reclining, Sing lullaby! Hush, do not wake the Infant King. Angels are watching, Stars are shining Over the place where he i...  moreTraditional Basque carol arranged by Edgar Pettman Sung by the dwsChorale www.dwsolo.com Sing lullaby! Lullaby baby, now reclining, Sing lullaby! Hush, do not wake the Infant King. Angels are watching, Stars are shining Over the place where he is lying: Sing lullaby! Sing lullaby! Lullaby baby, now a-sleeping, Sing lullaby! Hush, do not wake the Infant King. Soon will come sorrow with the Morning, Soon will come bitter grief and weeping: Sing lullaby! Sing lullaby! Lullaby baby, now a-dozing, Sing lullaby! Hush, do not wake the Infant King. Soon comes the cross, the nails, the piercing, Then in the grave at last reposing: Sing lullaby! Sing lullaby! Lullaby is the babe awaking? Sing lullaby! Hush, do not stir the Infant King. Dreaming of Easter, gladsome, Morning, Conquering death, its bondage breaking: Sing lullaby!  less