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Magnificat
Magnificat was formed in 1991 by its conductor, Philip Cave, to explore the rich diversity of choral music from the last five centuries. The Ensemble specialises in the restoration and performance of neglected choral masterpieces of the 16th and 17th cent... moreMagnificat was formed in 1991 by its conductor, Philip Cave, to explore the rich diversity of choral music from the last five centuries. The Ensemble specialises in the restoration and performance of neglected choral masterpieces of the 16th and 17th centuries. Magnificat ranges in size from four to forty voices and performs a wide range of music, both a capella and with Ensembles of period instruments.
In association with Linn Records, http://www.linnrecords.com/artist-magnificat.aspx Magnificat has undertaken many recording projects of music from ‘The Golden Age'. The first of these comprises motets by Gesualdo, Guerrero, Josquin, Rebelo and Victoria together with Allegri's Miserere and Palestrina's Stabat mater. A highly acclaimed recording of Victoria's Officium Defunctorum of 1605, named a 1997 Critics' Choice by Gramophone Magazine and chosen by The Rough Guide as one of its ‘100 Essential Classical CDs', was... less
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Golden Voices of Montserrat — Where Earth Meets Heaven
Imagine your choir’s voices rising beneath the arches of Montserrat’s basilica — a place where music has echoed for centuries, where faith and art meet, and where the world-famous boys’ choir Escolania de Montserrat has sung for generations.
For 15 yea... moreImagine your choir’s voices rising beneath the arches of Montserrat’s basilica — a place where music has echoed for centuries, where faith and art meet, and where the world-famous boys’ choir Escolania de Montserrat has sung for generations.
For 15 years, the Golden Voices of Montserrat festival has been more than just a competition. It is a celebration of harmony, culture, and unity — a gathering of choirs from across the globe who share a passion for singing.
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Super Flumina Babylonis - P.L. Palestrina
Brano eseguito dal Coro Estro Armonico di Salerno in occasione della Terza edizione del Concorso Corale Nazionale di Fermo 20/10/2013, dove ha conseguito il terzo posto.
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Octarium
The vocal octet Octarium, based in Kansas City, has gained a national reputation for performances suffused with what composer Morton Lauridsen called, “stunning artistry combined with an absolutely beautiful blending of voices.” Composer Stephen Hatfield ... moreThe vocal octet Octarium, based in Kansas City, has gained a national reputation for performances suffused with what composer Morton Lauridsen called, “stunning artistry combined with an absolutely beautiful blending of voices.” Composer Stephen Hatfield raves, “Octarium’s ability to change the nuance of their tone and timbre without disrupting the flow of the music enables them to pack their performances with riches without ever over-reaching for their effects.” At each presentation, Octarium offers the polished choral sonority and embodiment of the philosophy, “Eight Singers, One Voice” for which the Ensemble has become well-known and respected. The Riverfront Times writes that the “eight members of Octarium go beyond raising their voices together in song; their voices warp and weave together, coalescing as a single instrument of tremendous power and depth. Octarium wields this might gracefully, never overpowering, opting instead to revel in the pliancy of the human voice.”
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Choral Chameleon
Winner of the 2015 ASCAP/Chorus America award for Adventurous Programming, Choral Chameleon is known for championing New Music for voices within the context of mixed-genre thematic programming and experiments in non-traditional staging.
Founded in New ... moreWinner of the 2015 ASCAP/Chorus America award for Adventurous Programming, Choral Chameleon is known for championing New Music for voices within the context of mixed-genre thematic programming and experiments in non-traditional staging.
Founded in New York City in 2008 by Artistic Director Vince Peterson, the organization now encompasses: a roster of professional Ensemble singers, a volunteer chorus of 40-50 adults and an annual week-long Summer Institute in Brooklyn for composers and conductors.
The culture of the organization marries informality, loving support and joyful curiosity, with the expectation of solid and technical musicianship, constant learning and openness toward the unexpected.
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Muzaria
Muzaria evolved from the award winnning choir Salvacosta , who ran for 17 years. Please see the website for everything you need to know
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Allegri Penitenti - Presentazione
Gli Allegri Penitenti nascono nel 2016 per dar voce ad uno studio sul Miserere di Gregorio Allegri compiuto da Enrico Correggia, fondatore e direttore del gruppo.
Il Coro, con sede a Trento, raccoglie al suo interno validi musicisti provenienti da ogni d... moreGli Allegri Penitenti nascono nel 2016 per dar voce ad uno studio sul Miserere di Gregorio Allegri compiuto da Enrico Correggia, fondatore e direttore del gruppo.
Il Coro, con sede a Trento, raccoglie al suo interno validi musicisti provenienti da ogni dove, desiderosi di approfondire il repertorio sacro dei secoli XVI e XVII.
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