2013.5.20 北歐音畫夏季音樂會 2 大東文化藝術中心演藝廳 指揮: 科勒.漢肯 Kåre Hanken Die Güte des Herrn - Knut Nystedt 上主之美善 - 倪斯泰德 倪斯泰德（Knut Nystedt, 1915-）為挪威管風琴家與作曲家，多創作管絃樂與合唱作品。1946-82年間擔任Oslo Torshov Church的管風琴師與唱詩班指揮的職務；1950年創立了挪威獨唱家合唱團（Det Norske Solistkor），多次帶領合唱團...  more2013.5.20 北歐音畫夏季音樂會 2 大東文化藝術中心演藝廳 指揮: 科勒.漢肯 Kåre Hanken Die Güte des Herrn - Knut Nystedt 上主之美善 - 倪斯泰德 倪斯泰德（Knut Nystedt, 1915-）為挪威管風琴家與作曲家，多創作管絃樂與合唱作品。1946-82年間擔任Oslo Torshov Church的管風琴師與唱詩班指揮的職務；1950年創立了挪威獨唱家合唱團（Det Norske Solistkor），多次帶領合唱團至世界各地演出；1970年代間引進了新浪漫風格與多元化影響挪威音樂，並開發了新的合唱技巧與強調注重音色的任何可能性。 　　 1990年所完成的〈上主之美善〉，為無伴奏混聲八聲部合唱曲，歌詞選自舊約聖經耶利米哀歌第二章第18-20節與第三章第19-26、40節，誠心呼求上主的憐憫與慈愛，並結束在全曲燦爛高潮處，全曲雖為慢板速度卻表現極富張力的情緒。 Die Güte des Herrn Schreie laut zum Herrn, klage, du Tochter Zion, lass Tag und Nacht Tränen herabfliessen wie einen Bach; Höre nicht auf damit, und dein Augapfel lasse nicht ab! Steh des Nachts auf und schreie zu Beginn jeder Nachtwache, Schütte dein Herz aus vor dem Herrn wie Wasser. Hebe deine Hände zu ihm auf um des Lebens deiner junger Kinder willen, die vor Hunger verschmachten an allen Strassenecken! Herr, schaue und sieh doch Wen du so verderbt hast! Gedenke doch, wie ich so elend und verlassen, mit Wermut und Galle getränkt bin Du wirst ja daran gedenken; den mein...    less

Nara Ekele is an Igbo Native song composed by Eke Chijindu Favour Hedges

The POKROFF (translation: Protection of the Virgin Mary) Chamber choir was set up in 1993 by its director and trumpeter Andrey Goryachev as a church choir. Its creative efforts and dynamic development in 1999 permitted the choir under the sponsorship of t...  moreThe POKROFF (translation: Protection of the Virgin Mary) Chamber choir was set up in 1993 by its director and trumpeter Andrey Goryachev as a church choir. Its creative efforts and dynamic development in 1999 permitted the choir under the sponsorship of the Voice of Russia Radio Company to record its first CD – “Divinity in Sound”. Two more CDs were recorded in 2003 and 2005, devoted to Christmas and Easter. Since 2000 the choir began touring not only in Russia but also abroad, visiting Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, France, Italy, Ukraine, Moldavia, Croatia, Montenegro, BiH and Estonia. The choir also took part in television shows in Russia and abroad, such as in the “Bregenzer Advent” in 2002. Apart from regular concerts and recordings, the choir also minds it spiritual roots, regularly taking part in church services, both routine and special ceremonial, such as Episcopal services at which it frequently performs. The choir is also a frequent guest at schools, orphanages and homes for the eld...    less

Live recording of "Iny Hono Izy Ravorona", a well-known lullaby from the central area of Madagascar, rearranged by ICanto Vocal Ensemble and premiered on December 2019 during the choir's concert. Iny hono izy ravorom-bazaha, Ento manaraka anao any a...  moreLive recording of "Iny Hono Izy Ravorona", a well-known lullaby from the central area of Madagascar, rearranged by ICanto Vocal Ensemble and premiered on December 2019 during the choir's concert. Iny hono izy ravorom-bazaha, Ento manaraka anao any an-tsaha. Ento misidina ambony, Rehefa mangina havereno ...  

RSU choir Rīga was established in 1951 and for almost 20 years (1967-1986) its conductor was the accomplished professor Jānis Dūmiņš. In 1968, the choir was awarded the status of a National choir. Over the years, the choir has been led by many talented co...  moreRSU choir Rīga was established in 1951 and for almost 20 years (1967-1986) its conductor was the accomplished professor Jānis Dūmiņš. In 1968, the choir was awarded the status of a National choir. Over the years, the choir has been led by many talented conductors, e.g. Centis Kriķis, Kārlis Beinerts, Edvīns and Inga Dziļums, Ints Teterovskis, etc. Today the conductors of the choir are Evita Taranda and Zane Zilberte; choir master is Roberts Hansons. The repertoire of the choir varies, as performances include all sorts of music from the time of renaissance to modern music or music written by contemporary artists, e.g. Paul McCartney's oratorio "Ecce Cor Meum" or Czech composer Petr Eben's music "De Circuito Aeterno". The choir has performed in many countries and it has received many awards and international recognition in international competitions. On average, the choir gives many concerts a year and performs in various Latvian towns, as well as the Cerem...    less

The Stadskoor Tygerberg (City of Tygerberg choir) was established in 1977. The choir consists of members mainly from Cape Town's Northern suburbs, but also as far as the Helderberg region and Mitchells Plain. The repertoire of the choir consists of rel...  moreThe Stadskoor Tygerberg (City of Tygerberg choir) was established in 1977. The choir consists of members mainly from Cape Town's Northern suburbs, but also as far as the Helderberg region and Mitchells Plain. The repertoire of the choir consists of religious and secular music that varies from the Renaissance to the modern era. This includes (oratoria, Masses extracts from operas, operettes, musicals and arrangements of folk- and ethnic music.  

De profundis, for Symphonic Orchestra, choir and Soli. Composed and orchestrated by Michele Josia. Logatec GS Symphonic Orchestra; Marijan Grdadolnik, conductor; coro Città di Roma, Mauro Marchetti, conductor. Klemen Siberl, bariton; Nina Kompare - Volas...  moreDe profundis, for Symphonic Orchestra, choir and Soli. Composed and orchestrated by Michele Josia. Logatec GS Symphonic Orchestra; Marijan Grdadolnik, conductor; coro Città di Roma, Mauro Marchetti, conductor. Klemen Siberl, bariton; Nina Kompare - Volasko, sopran. Slovenian Philharmonic Hall, Ljubljana, Slovenia.  

Requiem Aeternam by Franco Dominutti, extracted from CD Vox Carniolus Live, Skupaj/Insieme. 2011 Komorni Zbor Vox Carniolus conducted by Michele Josia (2005-2010) Requiem Aeternam by Franco Dominutti performed at the 9th Maribor International choir C...  moreRequiem Aeternam by Franco Dominutti, extracted from CD Vox Carniolus Live, Skupaj/Insieme. 2011 Komorni Zbor Vox Carniolus conducted by Michele Josia (2005-2010) Requiem Aeternam by Franco Dominutti performed at the 9th Maribor International choir Competition 2008, Union Hall. Live recording.  

If you sing in a choir then chances are, you don’t need to be sold on its benefits. choir singing has been found in many studies to do amazing things (including boosting the immune system) and forming part of one can also boost your social skil...