Polyphony was formed by Stephen Layton in 1986 for a concert in King’s College Chapel, Cambridge. Since then the choir has performed and recorded regularly to great critical acclaim throughout the world. Recent reviews declare Polyphony ‘one of the best s...  morePolyphony was formed by Stephen Layton in 1986 for a concert in King’s College Chapel, Cambridge. Since then the choir has performed and recorded regularly to great critical acclaim throughout the world. Recent reviews declare Polyphony ‘one of the best small choirs now before the public’ (Telegraph) and ‘possibly the best small professional chorus in the world’ (Encore Magazine, USA). In a new poll by Gramophone Magazine they were named as one of the world’s leading choirs ‘Stephen Layton's choir have become renowned for both their sound and versatility – whether in early music, or contemporary works such as those of Eric Whitacre, they embody the remarkable tradition of British choral excellence at its fineSt.’ For more than a decade Polyphony has given annual sell-out performances of Bach’s St John Passion and Handel’s Messiah at St John’s Smith Square. These have become notable events in London’s music calendar and have been broadcast by BBC Radio 3 and the EBU. According to the Evening Standard ‘no one ...    less

Alma redemptoris mater Cecilia McDowall (1951-) Trinity Church, NYC Downtown Voices (http://DowntownVoices.net) Stephen Sands, conductor (http://StephenSands.net) Latin Lyrics Alma Redemptoris Mater, quae pervia caeli Porta manes, et stella maris...  moreAlma redemptoris mater Cecilia McDowall (1951-) Trinity Church, NYC Downtown Voices (http://DowntownVoices.net) Stephen Sands, conductor (http://StephenSands.net) Latin Lyrics Alma Redemptoris Mater, quae pervia caeli Porta manes, et stella maris, succurre cadenti, Surgere qui curat, populo: tu quae genuisti, Natura mirante, tuum sanctum Genitorem Virgo prius ac posterius, Gabrielis ab ore Sumens illud Ave, peccatorum miserere. English Translation Sweet Mother of the Redeemer, the passage to the heavens, the gate of the spirits of the dead, and the star of the sea, aid the falling. Mother of Him who cares for the people: you who brought forth the wonder of Nature, your Creator. Virgin before and after, who received of Gabriel with joyful greeting, have pity on us sinners.  less

March 11, 2018 Frank Martin Mass for Double Choir Trinity Wall Street, NYC Downtown Voices: http://DowntownVoices.net Stephen Sands, conductor: http://StephenSands.net

Aiming for 16-20 voices, SATB, rehearse in Hammersmith/Chiswick, about every 2 or 3 weeks. All busy professional folk, who understand we cannot all make every rehearsal! Classical almost always unaccompanied repertoire. Palestrina, Bach, Victoria, Britten...  moreAiming for 16-20 voices, SATB, rehearse in Hammersmith/Chiswick, about every 2 or 3 weeks. All busy professional folk, who understand we cannot all make every rehearsal! Classical almost always unaccompanied repertoire. Palestrina, Bach, Victoria, Britten, Howells, RVW, Elgar, Poulenc etc, Need enthusiasm, music reading and some sight singing, or a good ear and quick learning. We dont audition, but invite you to try us and we to try you for a couple of sessions and see. Perform about 2 or 3 times a year.  

Gotham Rock Choir, NYC's only pop, rock, and soul choir, performs the classic hit "River Deep Mountain High" at their concert on 4/28/13. Enjoy!

We’re a small group of experienced and enthusiastic singers who enjoy the challenge of performing a varied repertoire of music spanning four centuries and including works by contemporary composers. We’re dedicated to making a beautiful sound together in a...  moreWe’re a small group of experienced and enthusiastic singers who enjoy the challenge of performing a varied repertoire of music spanning four centuries and including works by contemporary composers. We’re dedicated to making a beautiful sound together in a choir where every voice counts.  

Live recording of 'Angele Dei' by Susan LaBarr, at Nazareth House Chapel in Pretoria, South Africa. 15 June 2013

O Radiant Dawn James MacMillan (1959-) Trinity Church, NYC Downtown Voices (http://downtown voices.net) Stephen Sands, conductor (http://StephenSands.net) James MacMillan (1959-) — O Radiant Dawn Antiphon for December 21st ‘O Oriens’ O Radian...  moreO Radiant Dawn James MacMillan (1959-) Trinity Church, NYC Downtown Voices (http://downtown voices.net) Stephen Sands, conductor (http://StephenSands.net) James MacMillan (1959-) — O Radiant Dawn Antiphon for December 21st ‘O Oriens’ O Radiant Dawn, Splendour of eternal Light, Sun of Justice: Come, shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death. Isaiah had prophesied, The people who walked in darkness have seen the great light upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom a light has shone. Amen.  less

Our chorus of over 35 members is talented and growing, ranging in age from teenage to seniors. Under leadership of our director, Edward Milisits, our repertoire includes both German and American classical, traditional and contemporary songs. Audition is ...  moreOur chorus of over 35 members is talented and growing, ranging in age from teenage to seniors. Under leadership of our director, Edward Milisits, our repertoire includes both German and American classical, traditional and contemporary songs. Audition is not required. We rehearse from Fall to Spring Tuesdays 7:30 in Enger Chapel at Muhlenburg College. Feel free to contact us.. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lehigh-Saengerbund-Chorus/131039862896 or http://www.lehighsaengerbund.org/Chorus.aspx Or just come to a reharsal to see if you like what we do... Thanks LSB  less

17th November 2017 Morrison Cafe, Sheung Wan