Kantorei, or singers, formed in 1997 under The leadership of 6 friends who decided to form a Choir capable of singing a broad range of a cappella Choral music. With The addition of Richard Larson as artistic director and a handful of additional singers, t...  moreKantorei, or singers, formed in 1997 under The leadership of 6 friends who decided to form a Choir capable of singing a broad range of a cappella Choral music. With The addition of Richard Larson as artistic director and a handful of additional singers, The group quickly found a footing in The cultural fabric of Denver, Colorado. Now entering its 15th full season of performing, The group has expanded into an auditioned ensemble of 54 volunteer singers who meet weekly to rehearse. Many of The singers come from Schools with strong Choral music programs, such as Augustana, Brigham Young, Concordia, LuTher, St. Olaf, Wartburg, and The University of NorThern Colorado. Kantorei established itself as one of The nation’s premier Choral ensembles after performing as an auditioned Choir for The 2003 National American Choral Directors Association Conference at Carnegie Hall in New York City. In June 2007, Kantorei embarked on its first-ever international tour to France and Italy. The tour culminated with The distinct...    less

Our mission is to be The vanguard of Choral music, dedicated to The creation and performance of new and innovative works that inspire, challenge, and uplift both our members and our audiences. Vision: Elevating Voices: We aim to empower our singers...  moreOur mission is to be The vanguard of Choral music, dedicated to The creation and performance of new and innovative works that inspire, challenge, and uplift both our members and our audiences. Vision: Elevating Voices: We aim to empower our singers to be vocal pioneers, pushing The boundaries of Their own abilities and contributing to The growth and development of The Choral art form. Education and Exploration: We are dedicated to educating our members and audiences about contemporary Choral music, offering insights into The creative process, and fostering a deeper appreciation for The evolving landscape of The genre. Supporting Composers: We aim to provide a supportive environment for composers, encouraging Them to experiment and create, while ensuring Their work is given The recognition and respect it deserves. By living our mission, Neoteric Chamber Choir strives to be a catalyst for musical exploration, an advocate for emerging composers, and a source of inspiration for all who share...    less

I Thank You God was commissioned by The American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) and premiered at The National ACDA Convention in February, 1999. The text is adapted from The E.E. Cummings poem of The same name. Composer Gwyneth Walker writes: "Thi...  moreI Thank You God was commissioned by The American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) and premiered at The National ACDA Convention in February, 1999. The text is adapted from The E.E. Cummings poem of The same name. Composer Gwyneth Walker writes: "This is a poem of grandeur and of praise. Therefore it might be expected that this musical setting would aim at vastness, grandeur and awakening." Walker accomplishes this through a variety of means. First, The piano introduction includes slowly unfolding piano arpeggios which focus on open intervals of octaves, fifths and fourths, exploiting The full range of The piano keyboard. The composer also takes The singers on a harmonic journey which begins in a low register in C minor, and Then travels through a number of oTher key areas until it reaches The distant key of G-flat. At this point, The voices are drawn closely togeTher into a tone cluster containing The pitches G-flat, A-flat and B-flat, only to open apart into The glorious C major chords which conclude The ...    less

"Be Like The Bird" by Abbie Betinis. Text by Victor Hugo. Recorded live on March 16, 2015, at First Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by The Radcliffe Choral Society of Harvard University and The combined Choirs of The Girl Cho...  more"Be Like The Bird" by Abbie Betinis. Text by Victor Hugo. Recorded live on March 16, 2015, at First Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by The Radcliffe Choral Society of Harvard University and The combined Choirs of The Girl Choir of South Florida. Director: Beth Willer of RCS. Be like The bird that, pausing in her flight awhile on boughs too slight, feels Them give way beneath her -- and sings -- knowing she hath wings.  

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From The Front of The Choir] On The face of it, a workshop or Concert can be a resounding success.   photo by andy Armstrong   But ask individuals about how They think ...

  “United in Song” A Choral Celebration !     The award winning children’s Choir The Major Minors and The well-known Hutt Valley Singers, will join forces for a very special occasion:      ...

"little tree" by Paul Carey. Text by E. E. Cummings. Recorded live on Friday, December 21, 2012, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by The Concert Choir ensemble of The Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: ...  more"little tree" by Paul Carey. Text by E. E. Cummings. Recorded live on Friday, December 21, 2012, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by The Concert Choir ensemble of The Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: Wallis Peterson, Accompanist: Gayle Giese. little tree little silent Christmas tree you are so little you are more like a flower who found you in The green forest and were you very sorry to come away? see i will comfort you because you smell so sweetly i will kiss your cool bark and hug you safe and tight just as your moTher would, only don't be afraid look The spangles that sleep all The year in a dark box dreaming of being taken out and allowed to shine, The balls The chains red and gold The fluffy threads, put up your little arms and i'll give Them all to you to hold every finger shall have its ring and There won't be a single place dark or unhappy Then when you're quite dressed you'll stand in The window ...    less

  Say hello to Rayburn Tours’ new UK music tours for Youth and adult groups!   For over 55 years, Derby-based group tour operator, Rayburn Tours, has been helping music groups perform all around The world – and now They’re...

The Golden Voices Choir unveils The 13th edition of Their annual musical Concert; Canzona. The rush that comes with music. The Feeling of calm and satisfaction. It’s everything you’ve ever wanted. You do not want to miss out CANZONA 13: Celebrat...  moreThe Golden Voices Choir unveils The 13th edition of Their annual musical Concert; Canzona. The rush that comes with music. The Feeling of calm and satisfaction. It’s everything you’ve ever wanted. You do not want to miss out CANZONA 13: Celebration of God’s Love. Date: 26th March, 2022 Venue: Hall of Excellence, FUTO. #Canzona #GoldenVoicesChoir #GVC #Thegreatestshowman #Thegreatestshow #Choir #Concert