2012十週年音樂會 高雄市文化中心至德堂 2012-11-16 指揮: 翁佳芬 伴奏: 許溎芳 詞：余光中 曲：劉聖賢 〈祈禱〉這首詩的文字，簡短卻強烈、深刻，每一次讀它，每一次有不同的感動。當我碰上生活中的低潮、需要找尋倚靠與安全感之時，這首詩的字句似乎表達出我內心想說的話。在決定為〈祈禱〉這首詩譜寫旋律的當下，我嘗試使用音樂理論的曲式、對位等手法來設計整首合唱作品，最後總覺得，音樂的形式設計無法刻劃出這首詩的字裡行間所存在的情感與意涵。當我換個方式，一遍又一遍地細細朗讀這首詩，...  more2012十週年音樂會 高雄市文化中心至德堂 2012-11-16 指揮: 翁佳芬 伴奏: 許溎芳 詞：余光中 曲：劉聖賢 〈祈禱〉這首詩的文字，簡短卻強烈、深刻，每一次讀它，每一次有不同的感動。當我碰上生活中的低潮、需要找尋倚靠與安全感之時，這首詩的字句似乎表達出我內心想說的話。在決定為〈祈禱〉這首詩譜寫旋律的當下，我嘗試使用音樂理論的曲式、對位等手法來設計整首合唱作品，最後總覺得，音樂的形式設計無法刻劃出這首詩的字裡行間所存在的情感與意涵。當我換個方式，一遍又一遍地細細朗讀這首詩，很奇妙地，感動到我內心深處的旋律，有如泉湧般地浮出，終於在第三版的主旋律被記錄下來之後，頓時的意念，清楚地告訴我：「就是這個旋律」。 「吻」是這首詩的關鍵字，每一個吻代表不同的安慰與幫助。為了表現每一個吻帶來的安慰，我讓主旋律在四個聲部之間穿插，時而起、時而落，有如甘泉綿綿不斷地湧出。並且，在前後兩個大樂段裡，相同的文字、相同的旋律，卻唱出不同的節奏。文字與音樂的感動，因不同的時間而有不同的層次。 〈祈禱〉對我而言，不僅僅是宗教，也是親情、友情、愛情。當我完成這首作品時，我要感謝余光中先生，用這麼美的詩句、簡潔有力的文字，將豐沛的情感以最直接的方式記錄下來，使我在不同的時間、空間，都能被碰觸到心靈深處渴望安慰的一面。同時，我也要感謝高雄室內合唱團的指揮翁佳芬教授，以及每一位合唱團員，因為與你們一同享受合唱，才能讓我譜寫出動人的樂章。 （劉聖賢 自述） 【歌詞】 請在我髮上留下一吻， 我就不用戴虛榮的桂冠； 請在我手上留下一吻， 我就不用戴燦爛的指環。 請在我眼上輕輕地一吻， 吻乾我眼中寂寞的清淚； 請在我胸上輕輕地一吻， 吻消我胸中不平的塊壘。 在這寒星顫抖的深夜， 我多麼苦盼你的暖嘴 能蓋在我這冰冷的唇上， 使它不再唱人世的傷悲。  less

An excerpt from movement III of my Requiem performed by the Orlando Chamber Singers under the direction of Gregory Ruffer. In Flanders Fields by John McCrae In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our p...  moreAn excerpt from movement III of my Requiem performed by the Orlando Chamber Singers under the direction of Gregory Ruffer. In Flanders Fields by John McCrae In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. photos courtesy of FreeFoto http://www.freefoto.com/index.jsp  less

Mission Statement: The Phoenix Boys Choir, through educating boys in the art of singing and performing the finest music in the boy Choir tradition, develops character, discipline, leadership, global awareness, and a strong commitment to excellence, there...  moreMission Statement: The Phoenix Boys Choir, through educating boys in the art of singing and performing the finest music in the boy Choir tradition, develops character, discipline, leadership, global awareness, and a strong commitment to excellence, thereby contributing to the greater Phoenix musical life and enhancing Arizona's cultural reputation nationally and internationally.  

One of Second Chronicle Singers' recording last November 2011 at their parish in Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, Pasay City, Philippines. For more of Sechron's Videos, Click more and subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/user/SeChron

The Kings Diary chant is the last song in the scene of the Opera titled King's Diary -Music of the Opera as composed by Eke Chijindu Favour Hedges for Opera Imo 4 concert

Turkey's major multi-cultural Choir composed of people with different professions and nations sharing passion for polyphonic music. Owner of "Choir of the Year Award" at 2013 Donizetti Classical Music Awards.

Are you passionate about singing? Then The People's Show Choir Halesowen is for you. A Community-friendly Choir where no previous music experience is needed to be a part of. All you need to do is come with a smile and a passion for singing. No auditi...  moreAre you passionate about singing? Then The People's Show Choir Halesowen is for you. A Community-friendly Choir where no previous music experience is needed to be a part of. All you need to do is come with a smile and a passion for singing. No auditions are required and your first two weeks are on us.  

Are you passionate about singing? Then The People's Show Choir Wolverhampton is for you. A Community-friendly Choir where no previous music experience is needed to be a part of. All you need to do is come with a smile and a passion for singing. No au...  moreAre you passionate about singing? Then The People's Show Choir Wolverhampton is for you. A Community-friendly Choir where no previous music experience is needed to be a part of. All you need to do is come with a smile and a passion for singing. No auditions are required and your first two weeks are on us.  

Quorista's 1st Concert "Initium Novum - A new Beginning" Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, Hillsborough Village, Muntinlupa City. November 24 and 25 2017 Psalm 116 Choirmaster: Ronnie Abarquez FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/Quorista/ ...  moreQuorista's 1st Concert "Initium Novum - A new Beginning" Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, Hillsborough Village, Muntinlupa City. November 24 and 25 2017 Psalm 116 Choirmaster: Ronnie Abarquez FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/Quorista/ For bookings and Inquiries email us: quorista@gmail.com  

Founded as an alumni Choir of Northern Spirit Singers (UK Adult Choir of the Year 2014) they have rapidly built their own reputation for world class choral singing. The Choir has a wide-ranging repertoire – from traditional sacred music to modern, contemp...  moreFounded as an alumni Choir of Northern Spirit Singers (UK Adult Choir of the Year 2014) they have rapidly built their own reputation for world class choral singing. The Choir has a wide-ranging repertoire – from traditional sacred music to modern, contemporary compositions, popular arrangements and music from around the world. They perform regular concerts in London and the South East, as well as touring each year, with recent trips including Italy, Slovenia, Croatia and Greece. In 2025 the Choir celebrated their 10th Birthday year, and the 25th anniversary of the founding of Northern Spirit Singers. Rehearsing monthly in central London, Southern Spirit Singers aim to perform the very highest standards of choral music in a relaxed and fun environment. In 2019 the Choir returned with four gold medals from the European Choir Games in Gothenburg. Their first year in the competition, they also placed 2nd in two consecutive European finals and won two of their medals in the prestigious Grand Prix of Nations – t...    less