Founded in 2010, ESPRIT an SATB ensemble under the dynamic and enterprising direction of Mervin Fick. Through his diligent guidance, the group has impressed its audiences with the depth and range of its interpretive skills in performances of a capella ea...  moreFounded in 2010, ESPRIT an SATB ensemble under the dynamic and enterprising direction of Mervin Fick. Through his diligent guidance, the group has impressed its audiences with the depth and range of its interpretive skills in performances of a capella early music repertoire. ESPRIT was awarded a first prize at the Peel Music Festival in April 2012, and is the proud recipient of the Hon. Barbara A. Hagerman Award for first place at the 2012 Ontario Provincial Music Festival. In August 2012, ESPRIT was awarded second place in the Canadian Nationals of the Federation of Canadian Music Festivals (Class 100 - Honourable Barbara A. Hagerman – Best performance by a community choral group 19 and up). As part of its mission the chorus seeks out performances in historical venues; in the summer of 2011, ESPRIT toured Montreal, Québec, performing at St-Joseph Oratory, Notre-Dame Basilica, Christ Church Cathedral and Marie-Reine-du-Monde Cathedral. This summer, ESPRIT performed as the resident chorus at the New Fra...    less

Vocal Ensemble Kerkrade is a secular women's choir with 18 enthusiastic members. Directed by Louise Deal the ensemble stives for perfection in vocal technique and choral sound. The ensemble sings an extensive repertoire ranging from religous to secular an...  moreVocal Ensemble Kerkrade is a secular women's choir with 18 enthusiastic members. Directed by Louise Deal the ensemble stives for perfection in vocal technique and choral sound. The ensemble sings an extensive repertoire ranging from religous to secular and from classical to popular music..  

Melodians was formed 22nd September, 2007 on Valley View University campus by Mr. Enoch Ayi. The choir is made up of students (both of Valley View University and others universities), workers and old students of the university. The group is vehemently ded...  moreMelodians was formed 22nd September, 2007 on Valley View University campus by Mr. Enoch Ayi. The choir is made up of students (both of Valley View University and others universities), workers and old students of the university. The group is vehemently dedicated to the mission of winning souls for Christ through song evangelism. The choir has over the years committed itself to staging concerts and singing quality choral gospel and patriotic songs to win souls for God and instilling patriotism in Ghanaian citizens and other African countries. The choir is directed by Mizpah Agyei Boakye-Marfo.  less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the choir] I bet you think your choir is a wonderful, friendly little community that welcomes newcomers with open arms. But what if I told you that new members might fi...

MISSION STATEMENT The primary objective of the Choral Music Program at KCKCC is to educate students through the stylistic variety and tonal diversity of the choral genre, based on historical precedent. This objective is achieved by exposing students to m...  moreMISSION STATEMENT The primary objective of the Choral Music Program at KCKCC is to educate students through the stylistic variety and tonal diversity of the choral genre, based on historical precedent. This objective is achieved by exposing students to music of different nationalities and/or cultures and their commitment to recreate a unique tone quality that identifies with the cultural environment of each composition.  

Each season, the Rainier Chorale features three concerts: a festive holiday concert in December, a classical masterworks concert in March or April, and a pop concert in June. Rainier Chorale frequently boasts over 70 active members and we always welcome n...  moreEach season, the Rainier Chorale features three concerts: a festive holiday concert in December, a classical masterworks concert in March or April, and a pop concert in June. Rainier Chorale frequently boasts over 70 active members and we always welcome new singers. Diverse in age, interests, and background, our members represent a vivacious and committed musical community.  

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 version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the choir] Being in a choir is great (see The pleasures of being a choir member), but most mixed choirs never seem to have enough men.     photo by Robert...

The European Overtone choir is an open project choir. Twice a year a week-long workshop will be offered. Anyone with choral experience can participate. More information http://www.overtonechoir.eu.

Brighton Swing choir is a community choir specialising in music from the swing era and beyond. "It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing!". Open to everyone, Brighton Swing choir is a brand new choir, brought to you by Brighton's finest ...  moreBrighton Swing choir is a community choir specialising in music from the swing era and beyond. "It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing!". Open to everyone, Brighton Swing choir is a brand new choir, brought to you by Brighton's finest a cappella female barbershop The Close Shaves, launching in April 2015. First rehearsal is 8-9.30pm on Monday 27th April upstairs at the Eagle pub, Gloucester Passage, Brighton http://www.theeagle.pub/ Bring your vocal cords!!  less