[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   there is always room for improvement, whether you’re a singer, a choir leader, a Choral arranger, a workshop leader or a choir committee member...

MESSIAHHope and Salvation: the meaning of Handel's masterpieceby Stephen Thornton Handel’s Messiah is performed by thousands of choirs and Choral  societies across the world every year. the music is sublime, but how  often do the singers ...

AfterGlow Chorus is a new, advanced chamber choir of 40 highly-skilled, experienced singers based in Oakland, CA in the San Francisco Bay Area. AfterGlow's mission is to perform beautiful Choral works of all genres with the highest level of musicianship a...  moreAfterGlow Chorus is a new, advanced chamber choir of 40 highly-skilled, experienced singers based in Oakland, CA in the San Francisco Bay Area. AfterGlow's mission is to perform beautiful Choral works of all genres with the highest level of musicianship and emotional meaning. Musical genres performed by the chorus include Baroque, Classical, Romantic, 20th Century, 21st Century, spirituals, pop, rock, R&B, and jazz. Both a cappella (traditional and contemporary) works as well as accompanied pieces are performed.  less

Fields of Gold Sting arr. Carsten Gerlitz

the mission of the Australian Voices is to commission, perform, record and promote the music of Australian composers to the highest international artistic standards. Since 1993, the Australian Voices have championed an astonishing flourish of new Austr...  morethe mission of the Australian Voices is to commission, perform, record and promote the music of Australian composers to the highest international artistic standards. Since 1993, the Australian Voices have championed an astonishing flourish of new Australian vocal music, having commissioned hundreds of new works. Much of this new music captures vividly the vibrant sound, colour, and energy of the Australian continent and its people. the singers, aged between 17 and 28 come from different Australian cities and commit to a rigorous professional schedule of concerts and workshops, both in Australia and throughout the world. This vocal ensemble has been recognised by many international awards and honours as one of the finest of its type in the world. the Australian Voices have toured internationally many times, participating in major events in the U.K, the U.S.A., Bosnia, Canada, Guatemala, France, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Spain, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Poland, Croatia, New Zealand, Malaysia, China, Taiw...    less

To All Choir Directors Who Have Never Commissioned a Choral Piece:   ♪          Have you always wanted to commission a special piece for your choir, but never had enough money?  ♪  &...

Three Miniatures for SSAA Chorus unaccompanied (1. the Lute, 2. the Thunderbolt, 3. the Sun) Music by Stanley M. Hoffman (1999) Words by Judah al Harizi, 13th century English Translation by Stanley M. Hoffman Performed by the Women of the Philovo...  moreThree Miniatures for SSAA Chorus unaccompanied (1. the Lute, 2. the Thunderbolt, 3. the Sun) Music by Stanley M. Hoffman (1999) Words by Judah al Harizi, 13th century English Translation by Stanley M. Hoffman Performed by the Women of the Philovox Ensemble Jennifer Lester, conductor Music and Translation: © Copyright 2000 by Ione Press, Inc., a division of ECS Publishing. www.ecspublishing.com All rights reserved. Used by permission. ECS Publishing Catalog No. 5678 Recording: © Copyright 2000 by ECS Publishing. www.ecspublishing.com All rights reserved. Used by permission.  less

"there is no rose", No. 3 from "A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28" by Benjamin Britten. Text 15th century anonymous. Recorded live on December 8, 2013, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Concert Choir ensemble of th...  more"there is no rose", No. 3 from "A Ceremony of Carols, Op. 28" by Benjamin Britten. Text 15th century anonymous. Recorded live on December 8, 2013, 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, Harp: Charlene Conner.  

Founded in 2012 by Dr. Michael J. Kornelsen, the Denver Pro Chorale is comprised of thirty-six musicians based in the Denver Metropolitan area. the Denver Pro Chorale specializes in singing diverse a cappella Choral repertoire including contemporary work...  moreFounded in 2012 by Dr. Michael J. Kornelsen, the Denver Pro Chorale is comprised of thirty-six musicians based in the Denver Metropolitan area. the Denver Pro Chorale specializes in singing diverse a cappella Choral repertoire including contemporary works from around the world. the Denver Pro Chorale recently concluded its second season with its first independent concert to a sold out audience at Denver’s Church of the Ascension. Earlier this year, the Denver Pro Chorale was invited to sing at the Colorado Music Educator’s Association convention in Colorado Springs. Moving into its third season, the Denver Pro Chorale is looking forward to collaborating with the Metropolitan State University and St. Martin’s Chamber Choir in joint concerts in addition to a Christmas concert and a concert at Denver’s Church of the Ascension in the spring of 2015. the programs offered by the Denver Pro Chorale are made possible in part through its partnership and collaboration with the Metropolitan State University of Den...    less

LEARN HOW YOU CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN UP TO SGD $25,000! Event: 12th International Choral Festival Orientale Concentus, Singapore 2019 Date: 29 July - 1 August 2019 (4 Days) Location: Singapore Orientale Concentus, conceptualized in 2008 with th...  moreLEARN HOW YOU CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN UP TO SGD $25,000! Event: 12th International Choral Festival Orientale Concentus, Singapore 2019 Date: 29 July - 1 August 2019 (4 Days) Location: Singapore Orientale Concentus, conceptualized in 2008 with the purpose of promoting international arts and cultural exchange and youth Choral music development. This will be a unique opportunity for all choirs to step into a holistic and memorable international Choral learning journey, all in one place. the upcoming 12th International Choral Festival Orientale Concentus, Singapore 2019 is scheduled to take place once again in Singapore from 29 July - 1 August 2019 (4 Days). Watch our 11th Orientale Concentus' highlight video to have a glimpse of what you can expect participating in OC11 and how we are different from other Choral festivals!  less