This setting of the 98th Psalm (Sing a new song to the Lord for he has worked wonders.) comes originally from my cantata “The Manchester Magnificat”, based on Audrey Vaughan’s poems about the religious and social history of the city. The oratorio was...  moreThis setting of the 98th Psalm (Sing a new song to the Lord for he has worked wonders.) comes originally from my cantata “The Manchester Magnificat”, based on Audrey Vaughan’s poems about the religious and social history of the city. The oratorio was first performed in Manchester Cathedral in 1994. This Psalm forms the climax of the whole cantata and provides an expression of optimism after the tragedies of the previous sections. In this “extracted” version, the tragic surroundings of the history remain in the background and the purebubbling joy of the Psalm itself shines forth. Enjoy the complex rhythms and let your hair down! This performance by Daniel Shaw's Composer's Choir (based in Connecticut) is a brilliant rendition of the piece and will, I hope, encourage other church choirs and concert choirs to consider including it in their repertoire.  less

Choirs R Us Spring Celebration Concert 2016 in aid of charity, at St John the Baptist Church, Barnet on 2nd April 2016. Choir director: Jenny Bennett. For more info: www.choirsrus.co.uk

Takerei Komene’s 'He Tamaiti ō te Ao Tukupū' is a Celebration of birth, rejoicing in its chaos and the process of creation. This new commission revolves around the creation of a person with endless potential. The text centres on a well-know whakatauki or ...  moreTakerei Komene’s 'He Tamaiti ō te Ao Tukupū' is a Celebration of birth, rejoicing in its chaos and the process of creation. This new commission revolves around the creation of a person with endless potential. The text centres on a well-know whakatauki or proverb: Whāia te iti kahurangi, ki te tuohu koe, me he maunga teitei [Seek that which you treasure most – if you must bow your head, let it be to the loftiest of mountains] A mihi pepeha, hailing the fabrics of space and the throes of the heart, is joined by the organ – a giant celestial factory, chaotic and cacophonous, with great starry arms placing pieces into unique moulds forming the fragments of the final section of the work – a mighty invocation of the whakatauki.  less

A beautiful contemporary classical hymn to crown the Easter Celebration. Based on the biblical text in revelation 5:12, Pepper Choplin sets this powerful words of Adoration into music that would endure for all ages

Psalm 133 (134), with doxology Brief, high impact, up-tempo. Free sheet music. Please get in touch! • Facebook: david.basden.9 • Email: deebee123 [at] bigpond.com

Belgian composer Ludo Claesen’s Ad te levavi is a luminous contemporary setting of Psalm 25 that radiates spiritual yearning through elegant, soaring melodies. This work masterfully blends traditional choral structures with lush, modern harmonies to creat...  moreBelgian composer Ludo Claesen’s Ad te levavi is a luminous contemporary setting of Psalm 25 that radiates spiritual yearning through elegant, soaring melodies. This work masterfully blends traditional choral structures with lush, modern harmonies to create an atmosphere of profound serenity and trust. It stands as a captivating example of Claesen’s signature style, balancing technical precision with deep emotional warmth.  

In collaboration with the Kennedy Center, Classical Movements is proud to announce a joint partnership celebrating the centennial of President Kennedy’s birth with a grand choral Celebration of Kennedy’s legacy by inviting choirs from countrie...

Website: http://artseducation.culturalcenter.gov.ph/choralfestmnl Competition Schedule: August 7-10, 2013 Deadline for submission of application requirements: April 2, 2013 In Celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Philippine Madrigal Singers, ...  moreWebsite: http://artseducation.culturalcenter.gov.ph/choralfestmnl Competition Schedule: August 7-10, 2013 Deadline for submission of application requirements: April 2, 2013 In Celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Philippine Madrigal Singers, the Cultural Center of the Philippines invites choirs from all over the world to compete in the Andrea O. Veneracion Choral Festival, Manila, 2013. It is open to choirs which will qualify in the following categories: Folk Music, Vocal Ensemble, Chamber Choir. The festival honors the founder of the Philippine Madrigal Singers, National Artist for Music, Andrea O. Veneracion, an esteemed choirmaster and choral clinician who is instrumental in the promotion of choral music all over the country.  less

http://chor.helbling-verlag.de/?pagename=product&product=C7518 Chris Artleys Vertonung von Psalm 149 gewann den ersten Preis des XII. Internationalen Kompositionswettbewerbes Jihlava/Tschechien 2014. Dieses sehr gefällige Chorstück ist durch jazzige R...  morehttp://chor.helbling-verlag.de/?pagename=product&product=C7518 Chris Artleys Vertonung von Psalm 149 gewann den ersten Preis des XII. Internationalen Kompositionswettbewerbes Jihlava/Tschechien 2014. Dieses sehr gefällige Chorstück ist durch jazzige Rhythmen und Akkordik gekennzeichnet, durch eingängige Melodien, einen fugierten Abschnitt, dramatische Orgelpassagen und einen „coolen“ A-cappella-Abschnitt. __________________ http://www.helblingchoral.com/?pagename=product&product=C7518 Chris Artley’s setting of Psalm 149 won first prize in the XIIth International Composers Competition Jihlava 2014, in the Czech Republic. This very accessible choral piece includes, jazzy rhythms and chords, catchy melodic writing, a fugal section, dramatic organ accompaniments, as well as a “cool” a cappella section.  less

We take pleasure in singing songs of joy, struggle, liberation, Celebration and peace from around the world. We are a mainly secular, community choir where everyone is welcome. No audition. No need to read music (unless you want to). We're a friendly bun...  moreWe take pleasure in singing songs of joy, struggle, liberation, Celebration and peace from around the world. We are a mainly secular, community choir where everyone is welcome. No audition. No need to read music (unless you want to). We're a friendly bunch - why not come along and give us a go?