[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]The world can be a scary and upsetting place. When I wrote this back in 2016, here in the UK we were witnessing political infighting, uncertain futures, auster...

Musica Sacra Choir Festival Phil- Am Life Auditorium September 17, 2011

Traditions. It is important for you to show your folklore style, to save and hand on the next generation? We think so. You sing in a Choir or dance in a Folklore group? We can give you Great platform for your aim. Please check the dates and location...

Cape Town Youth Choir (formerly Pro Cantu): "Emarabini" Conductor: Leon Starker Arr. Leon Starker Soloists: Kate Farquharson & Hlumelo Marepula Performed at Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium, Cape Town (16th July 2013) in a joint concert with the Whiffenpoo...  moreCape Town Youth Choir (formerly Pro Cantu): "Emarabini" Conductor: Leon Starker Arr. Leon Starker Soloists: Kate Farquharson & Hlumelo Marepula Performed at Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium, Cape Town (16th July 2013) in a joint concert with the Whiffenpoofs of Yale Emarabini South African Traditional "This is a traditional Xhosa song about an orphan. The song asks "who will look after this child, for it is truly without parents?" eMarabini is sung with a new meaning today as South Africa's orphan population continues to increase due to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The feeling behind this song is driven by a sense of hope rather than despair; as it was sung to win past struggles, it is now sung to overcome present struggles as well." Program notes from "Up To Our Ears" on http://listentolydia.wordpress.com/ Website: www.ctyc.co.za Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTownYouthChoir Twitter: @capetownChoir Music available for purchase on iTunes  less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   What’s Great about a group of singers who meet regularly is that you can grow and develop together, improving skills and techniques week on wee...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   There is a lot of trust involved in being a singer in a Choir.     Trust that you will eventually learn the song; trust that, even if you&r...

Darius Lim - Gloria! Alleluia! Parahyangan Catholic University Choir ( @Unpar Choir Official ) Ivan Yohan, conductor Recorded live at Auditorium Pusat Pembelajaran Arntz-Geise (Gedung PPAG) Unpar, August 2022

Cape Town Youth Choir (formerly Pro Cantu): "Hold On" Conductor: Leon Starker Soloists: Lauren Patterson, Astrid Joseph & Tapuwa Mwashita Composer: Moses Hogan Performed at Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium, Cape Town (16th July 2013) in a joint concert wit...  moreCape Town Youth Choir (formerly Pro Cantu): "Hold On" Conductor: Leon Starker Soloists: Lauren Patterson, Astrid Joseph & Tapuwa Mwashita Composer: Moses Hogan Performed at Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium, Cape Town (16th July 2013) in a joint concert with the Whiffenpoofs of Yale Hold On arr. Moses Hogan (1957-2003) Spiritual Moses Hogan was an internationally renowned pianist, composer and arranger of choral music best known for his arrangements of spirituals. He studied with a full scholarship at Oberlin Conservatory of Music before continuing with his graduate studies at Julliard School of Music. He won several piano competitions during his performance years and published many CD's as well as songbooks. 'Hold On!' is an example of his 'soloist vs Choir' style of spiritual arrangements. There is a solo throughout that sings the primary lyrics and message of the song while the rest of the Choir provides a lively and energetic - often rhythmic - accompaniment. He uses the Choir as a single instrum...    less

The University Choir-KNUST is an interdenominational Christian Choir of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. The Choir is the oldest College Choir in Ghana and arguably in West Africa; established in 1964. The Choir is inspired by the m...  moreThe University Choir-KNUST is an interdenominational Christian Choir of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. The Choir is the oldest College Choir in Ghana and arguably in West Africa; established in 1964. The Choir is inspired by the mission of singing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs as an act of worship to the glory of God and to minister to the souls of men. Over the years, the Choir is been noted for very inspiring and sensational concerts and oratorios that seek to fulfill the mission above. Very recent of such ministrations include; Israel in Egypt (2008 and 2010), Indulci Jubilo(2015), Handel's Chandos Anthems (2016), Singspiration (2017),and Laudate Deo (2018). The Choir has through these platforms touched the lives of many deprived entities through her social welfare responsibilities. We can't say it all and ignore the wonderful personalities the Choir has nurtured over the years. These persons are making considerable strides in the Choral enclave in Ghana and the World at lar...    less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   For many of us, this time of year is just one concert after another. It’s Great to be doing so much singing, but it can have its downsides. &n...