Vive is a 6-part acapella group intent on re-imagining the close-harmony jazz/spiritual/acapella sound. It is made up of James Rose (Founder), Sam Robson, Emily Dankworth, Ben Cox, Martynas Vilpisauskas and Lewis Daniel, all young and talented musicians f...  moreVive is a 6-part acapella group intent on re-imagining the close-harmony jazz/spiritual/acapella sound. It is made up of James Rose (Founder), Sam Robson, Emily Dankworth, Ben Cox, Martynas Vilpisauskas and Lewis Daniel, all young and talented musicians from the Guildhall School of Music. Performing live on stage around London with guest singers such as Jacqui Dankworth, VIVE brings rich, diverse harmonies with a fresh, contemporary sound, taking inspiration from the legendary Take 6 and the Real Group! Their music is mainly original arrangements and compositions and what's more, the focal point is not just pop, fusion, harmony, jazz, spirituals... but a complete synthesis of all of these. They will be performing a set of originals and covers, including original compositions 'Voices', and 'Ezekiel Saw De Wheel' - the latter proclaimed "Genius" by Mervyn Warren! "YOU HAVE A GREAT BLEND" - Alvin Chea, take 6 "a very Good sense for arranging harmony for voices" - Dr Dent Take 6  less

Nevenka is a Los Angeles-based women's folk chorus performing music from Eastern Europe. Nevenka's repertoire includes Songs from Bulgaria, Macedonia, Croatia, Albania, Russia, Greece, and Georgia, as well as Ladino Sephardic and Rom (Gypsy) Songs. ...  moreNevenka is a Los Angeles-based women's folk chorus performing music from Eastern Europe. Nevenka's repertoire includes Songs from Bulgaria, Macedonia, Croatia, Albania, Russia, Greece, and Georgia, as well as Ladino Sephardic and Rom (Gypsy) Songs. The group was formed in 1976 by women who shared a common interest in the complex harmonies and compelling rhythms typical in Balkan music. Very much in the Eastern European tradition, Nevenka includes women of all ages making music together.  

A new bubbling choir. The People's Show Choir Leamington Spais a community-friendly choir. You do not need any previous music experience to be part of this Lovely community. Imagine joining a choir with no audition that offers professionally led rehearsal...  moreA new bubbling choir. The People's Show Choir Leamington Spais a community-friendly choir. You do not need any previous music experience to be part of this Lovely community. Imagine joining a choir with no audition that offers professionally led rehearsals and a variety of resources to help you improve.  

This famous verse anthem - popularly known as the 'Bell' anthem because of its peal-like opening - was recorded during the recital given on Tuesday 31st May 2011 in the Lovely Basilica of Notre-Dame du Roncier, Josselin as part of the Singers' 2011 concer...  moreThis famous verse anthem - popularly known as the 'Bell' anthem because of its peal-like opening - was recorded during the recital given on Tuesday 31st May 2011 in the Lovely Basilica of Notre-Dame du Roncier, Josselin as part of the Singers' 2011 concert tour of Brittany. The choir is directed by Dr Simon Lindley, its Music Director, and the organist is David Houlder. The verse soloists are Lucy Appleyard (alto), Toby Ward (tenor) and Philip Wilcox (bass). More information about St Peter's Singers of Leeds, including details of forthcoming concerts, recitals and liturgical performances, may be found on the choir's website http://www.stpeters-singers.org.uk and on its Facebook group page 'St Peter's Singers of Leeds'. https://www.facebook.com/groups/111143267532/  less

This is available in high quality audio on our new CD, The Passing of the Year. Order now! Sung for the Piccolo Spoleto Festival 2009 in Charleston, SC. For more information about Antioch, please visit our YouTube Channel or our website at www.AntiochC...  moreThis is available in high quality audio on our new CD, The Passing of the Year. Order now! Sung for the Piccolo Spoleto Festival 2009 in Charleston, SC. For more information about Antioch, please visit our YouTube Channel or our website at www.AntiochChamberEnsemble.org  

Lovely arrangement by Jane Hamilton.

This well-known carol, which tells the story of the Annunciation, is set to a Lovely Basque melody arranged by Edgar Pettman. It was recorded on 5th December 2010 in the Harvey Nichols Espresso Bar in Leeds' magnificent Victoria Quarter in the first of S...  moreThis well-known carol, which tells the story of the Annunciation, is set to a Lovely Basque melody arranged by Edgar Pettman. It was recorded on 5th December 2010 in the Harvey Nichols Espresso Bar in Leeds' magnificent Victoria Quarter in the first of St Peter's Singers' now-traditional Sunday evening carol performances there. The choir is directed by Dr Simon Lindley, its Music Director since the Singers' formation in June 1977. More information about St Peter's Singers, including details of forthcoming concerts, recitals and liturgical performances, may be found on the choir's website www.stpeters-singers.org.uk and on its Facebook group page 'St Peter's Singers of Leeds'.  less

The People's Show Choir South Birmingham is a community-friendly choir. You do not need any previous music experience to be part of this Lovely community. Imagine joining a choir with no audition that offers professionally led rehearsals and a variety of ...  moreThe People's Show Choir South Birmingham is a community-friendly choir. You do not need any previous music experience to be part of this Lovely community. Imagine joining a choir with no audition that offers professionally led rehearsals and a variety of resources to help you improve.  

Here is a very short sneak preview of our Lovely new Jenny singing this timeless piece by Stanford, 'The blue bird'. The piece paints a picture of calm stillness and a single blue bird flying silently over a serene lake. Jenny sings it with Albion for t...  moreHere is a very short sneak preview of our Lovely new Jenny singing this timeless piece by Stanford, 'The blue bird'. The piece paints a picture of calm stillness and a single blue bird flying silently over a serene lake. Jenny sings it with Albion for the first time on Saturday. Tickets here: http://www.albionchoir.org.uk/index.php?option=com_content&id=140  

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Last week I wrote about what makes a song ‘easy’.     This week I’ll look at specific types of easy Songs: rounds, c...