in 2012 the St. Olaf Choir celebrates the centennial of its founding at St. Olaf College by F. Melius Christiansen. Sharing their music beyond "the hill" (the St. Olaf Community) has been an important part of their identity since the very beginning. A...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">morein 2012 the St. Olaf Choir celebrates the centennial of its founding at St. Olaf College by F. Melius Christiansen. Sharing their music beyond "the hill" (the St. Olaf Community) has been an important part of their identity since the very beginning. Anton Armstrong, the fourth conductor of the ensemble, shares five reasons to hear the St. Olaf Choir in concert. For a listing of upcoming performances, ensemble information, audio samples and more, visit www.stolafchoir.com. For recordings by the St. Olaf Choir, visit www.stolafrecords.com  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

[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 &...

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   in my series of posts on How to deal with song lyrics a few weeks back, I said that I believe that song lyrics are stored in a different part of the brain ...

the choir is formed on 11. 04. 2007. the members of the choir are professional musicians. Until now, the choir took part in the projects of the National theater and the Opera House of Bitola (Heraclea and Likini and Fiddler on the roof); choir seminar in ...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">morethe choir is formed on 11. 04. 2007. the members of the choir are professional musicians. Until now, the choir took part in the projects of the National theater and the Opera House of Bitola (Heraclea and Likini and Fiddler on the roof); choir seminar in Solun (Greece);many whole concerts and participation in humanitarian conserts. On our programme are represented all type of choir music, accapela and music with instruments.  

North Atlanta Voices, is an opportunity for those who are looking for a musical outlet to sing and be a part of one of the most magical communities, a choir. Our aim is for anyone and everyone to participate. Membership is open to people of all experien...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreNorth Atlanta Voices, is an opportunity for those who are looking for a musical outlet to sing and be a part of one of the most magical communities, a choir. Our aim is for anyone and everyone to participate. Membership is open to people of all experiences and backgrounds regardless of ability. Come sing and be one of our North Atlanta Voices!  

You can still register to take part in our fabulous Festival!     Workshops, rehearsals, masterclasses, conversations and concerts in Melbourne’s magnificent venues including the most prestigious of world class concert halls at Melb...

Want to bring some joyful singing to your life? Our Singing in the Pub sessions are on the third Thursday of every second month. At the next one we'll be learning a whole song in 2/3 part harmony in 90 minutes then jamming it with a live guitarist! ...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreWant to bring some joyful singing to your life? Our Singing in the Pub sessions are on the third Thursday of every second month. At the next one we'll be learning a whole song in 2/3 part harmony in 90 minutes then jamming it with a live guitarist! Grab your friends, a drink and let's sing some sparkly tunes....the songs will be a surprise - that's part of the fun! With drinks deals at the bar - we'll have the happiest of happy hours! Everyone is welcome - everyone can sing - even the friend who insists they can't, they can! Pub singing is all about fun! No experience necessary just bring your voice and we’ll do the rest - shower singers, this is for you! 7.30pm - Arrive and drinks, 8pm - We Sing! £7 advance (plus 70p booking fee) on Meetup - Soul of the City Choir, £9 on the door Tickets sold quickly last time so we do recommend nabbing your ticket early just in case we can't fit you in on the door. Come and sing, it really is a lot of fun!  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

Come try us out for 3 free rehearsals, and then it's a quick voice check (not really an audition) and you're one of us! We're a group of about 20 men & women, and sing in 3 or 4 (or more) part harmony. Quorum love to raise money for local causes - ...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreCome try us out for 3 free rehearsals, and then it's a quick voice check (not really an audition) and you're one of us! We're a group of about 20 men & women, and sing in 3 or 4 (or more) part harmony. Quorum love to raise money for local causes - covering all sorts of charities, in all sorts of venues. Quorum Singers of St Albans has been singing for over 25 years, and perform around 3 times a year in St Albans or locally in Hertfordshire. We rehearse once a week on Wednesdays, throughout the term time, and can often be found performing in Christopher Place around Christmas time!  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

Singing the 40 Part Motet by Tallis in St Patrick's Cathedral

During the summer of 2009 I had the opportunity to write a piece for the Orlando Consort (a leading male vocal quartet) as part of Lake District Summer Music's 4x4 composer residency. During the residency I worked with the group to write a piece called Pr...