Ancient Christmas carol from Piae Cantiones This is my arrangement for our community choir (Soprano, Alto and Bass), but transposed down a third here for me to sing. (the arrangement also has an optional piano part which I did not use for this recording)

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog from the Front of the Choir]   Last week I wrote about Choosing a running order for your concert or CD.     This week I want to tackle the slightly easier task of selectin...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog from the Front of the Choir]   Singing together creates a real sense of community. Sometimes a choir arises from an existing community, but other times the creation of a choir builds a ...

Angel City Chorale, conducted by Founder/Artistic Director Sue Fink, is a multi-talented, multi-cultural group of 160 men and women that truly reflects the spirit of Los Angeles, the city it calls home. Recognized for its signature blend of musical styles...  moreAngel City Chorale, conducted by Founder/Artistic Director Sue Fink, is a multi-talented, multi-cultural group of 160 men and women that truly reflects the spirit of Los Angeles, the city it calls home. Recognized for its signature blend of musical styles and commitment to community, Angel City Chorale strives to give back to the Los Angeles community through the gift of song, donations and volunteerism.  

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog from the Front of the Choir]A vital part of a choir leader's job is to spend time planning: individual rehearsals, concerts, repertoire, choir seasons, etc.   photo by webmink &...

the Academic Male Voice Choir of Helsinki – Akademiska Sångföreningen or Akademen in Swedish – is a Fennoswedish (i.e. Swedish-speaking) male voice student choir based in the Finnish capital of Helsinki. the choir was founded in 1838 by Fredrik Pacius and...  morethe Academic Male Voice Choir of Helsinki – Akademiska Sångföreningen or Akademen in Swedish – is a Fennoswedish (i.e. Swedish-speaking) male voice student choir based in the Finnish capital of Helsinki. the choir was founded in 1838 by Fredrik Pacius and is the oldest extant choir in Finland. At present, Akademen has around 60 active singers, most of whom are university students. However, quite a few choose to stay in the active choir long after graduation, which makes for a healthy mix of youth and experience. We give concerts regularly in Finland, and travel abroad as frequently as possible. In addition to all the Scandinavian and most European countries, Akademen has been on tour in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United States, Hong Kong, the Philippines, and Singapore. We believe that ambitious musical development can go hand-in-hand with tradition, and work enthusiastically to keep alive the dialogue between past and present.  less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog from the Front of the Choir]   A while back I went to a singing workshop led by an internationally acclaimed workshop leader. I was very disappointed at the lack of teaching skills...

Music video of the Nidaros Cathedral Boys' Choir rehearsing. Get a unique and never before published insiders view behind the scenes of the life in the Trondheim-based boys' choir. Performed by Nidarosdomens Guttekor (Nidaros Cathedral Choir of Men a...  moreMusic video of the Nidaros Cathedral Boys' Choir rehearsing. Get a unique and never before published insiders view behind the scenes of the life in the Trondheim-based boys' choir. Performed by Nidarosdomens Guttekor (Nidaros Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys) on December 16th, 2016 in the Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim, Norway. Directed and conducted by Bjørn Moe Recorded in March, 2017 in the Cathedral School in Trondheim, Norway. Filmed and edited by SPÆTT film. Music: "the Lord Bless You and Keep You" - John Rutter  less

St. Marcellin’s Choir of Maris Stella College Negombo is a leading Choir in Sri Lanka which was started in 2007 at Maris Stella College. It has grown to a higher level by achieving numerous titles within the past few years and also recognized as the best ...  moreSt. Marcellin’s Choir of Maris Stella College Negombo is a leading Choir in Sri Lanka which was started in 2007 at Maris Stella College. It has grown to a higher level by achieving numerous titles within the past few years and also recognized as the best Tenor Bass voices from a school choir around the country. (Title gained 2014 onwards). the Choir has performed in National and International level stages (2012 Rome) and hosting many choral events in negombo including the biggest carol service in Negombo since 2007.(Maris Carols). It is trained by Mr. Francis De Almeida (Choral Director) since 2004. This choir has influences some youth choirs including Speranza , etc.... And also the Past Pupils Choir (the Old Maris Choir). the Choir is still hosting many Choral Events in Negombo. Choir Leaders Rajitha Fernando 2004 Kasun Rajapaksa 2007 Ashan Wimalasekara 2008 Lakshan Perera. 2009 Shanaka Senanayake. 2010 Emil Orbis. 2010 Kenneth Peiris...    less

the City of Bath Male Choir are one of the leading Male choirs in the United Kingdom. the Choir was started back in January 2007 by Founder Grenville Jones. Grenville stepped down at the end of 2022 as conductor and his son, Laurie Jones, has taken on the...  morethe City of Bath Male Choir are one of the leading Male choirs in the United Kingdom. the Choir was started back in January 2007 by Founder Grenville Jones. Grenville stepped down at the end of 2022 as conductor and his son, Laurie Jones, has taken on the leadership role as Musical Director. the ‘Boys from Bath’ are a 60 voice auditioned choir who have entertained audiences across the UK and toured Europe and the world performing in some of the most prestigious concert venues. In 2008 the Choir achieved national acclaim when they reached the finals of a Saturday evening BBC television choir competition ‘Last Choir Standing’. the Choir sing a wide range of music from traditional, pop, gospel, musicals and secular music. the Boys from Bath always strive to make the best sound and guarantee they will entertain and put a smile on their audiences faces as they experience the Wall of Sound (as quoted by celebrity tenor Russell Watson).  less