PROGRAM NOTES: While reading James Weldon Johnson’s poem for the first time, I was immediately reminded of all the difficult times that music has helped me through. How I wrote the composition Hope to process a miscarriage, or how I wrote I Will Lift My...  morePROGRAM NOTES: While reading James Weldon Johnson’s poem for the first time, I was immediately reminded of all the difficult times that music has helped me through. How I wrote the composition Hope to process a miscarriage, or how I wrote I Will Lift My Eyes at a time when multiple family members, both young and old, were being diagnosed with cancer. No matter life’s challenges, music has always been an outlet for me to cope and heal. It has helped me to persevere and fight through some of life's most difficult moments, ultimately making me a stronger person. The world can be a challenging place, but each of us are warriors—armed with the gift to Sing, and filled with the fire, passion, drive, and grit to conquer anything.  less

As one of the main goals of present activity the youth choir Mūza sets the discover of new, interesting ways of expression in the music for itself and persons who feel the same way. In new season the choir continues to Make up steps towards new artistic a...  moreAs one of the main goals of present activity the youth choir Mūza sets the discover of new, interesting ways of expression in the music for itself and persons who feel the same way. In new season the choir continues to Make up steps towards new artistic activities. The main activities of the choir are finding the new ways to music, its expresion and presenting new ideas, cooperation with composers and many professional musicians. Now, the choir Mūza is making a new image and wants to show multiplicity of the choir music. In its programs the choir performes modern music and a big part is left of Latvian classical music as well as traditional Latvian folk-music. The choir Mūza was established in 1947. Its founder and leader through out many years has been maestro Leonids Vigners (1906-2001). In 1999 the choir transferred into new direction and it became a youth choir. From 2006 the artistic director and the main conductor is Guntis Cimiņš.  less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]As we saw last week, many Singers struggle with finding (and keeping) their starting notes. photo by Albin Olsson What can Make it even harder is if a man ...

Words & Music: Greg Gilpin Sing City @ Tai Hang Part II 1st December 2018 Music Director: Celia Leung

Experience the enchanting world of Gregorian Chant with this mesmerizing music video showcaSing the magical power of this ancient music. Let the soothing melodies transport you to a place of peace and tranquility, providing healing and stress relief. Imme...  moreExperience the enchanting world of Gregorian Chant with this mesmerizing music video showcaSing the magical power of this ancient music. Let the soothing melodies transport you to a place of peace and tranquility, providing healing and stress relief. Immerse yourself in the melodic harmonies that will take you to seventh heaven, evoking wonderment and a sense of ethereal vibes. Discover the heartfelt and angelic sounds that resonate with your soul, as you feel the presence of your guardian angel through this medieval art form. Share this video and let others bask in the beauty of these sacred sounds. All rights belong to Ultraphonic Music Library.  less

Artistry in the Choir Loft Frank F. Eychaner- Colorado Christian University   One of our many goals as music ministers is to Make our musical and worship offering to the Lord the best we are able to produce.  Artistic performances begin with ...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I’ve written before about how hard it is to get a cross-section of ages and genders in your choir (How to recruit Singers to truly reflect your...

Please excuse the shameless self-promotion, but a piece I wrote about the science of Singing came out in Slate today. I worked very hard to convey a lot—the joy, the science—in the most succinct way possible, and okay, I'm proud of the result!...

Sing OUT Proud is Glasgow's new LGBTi community choir, established with the intention of providing an opportunity for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender people and their friends to meet together in a safe space and celebrate their diversity in song. In t...  moreSing OUT Proud is Glasgow's new LGBTi community choir, established with the intention of providing an opportunity for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender people and their friends to meet together in a safe space and celebrate their diversity in song. In terms of being a member, everyone is encouraged regardless of their previous musical and Singing experience.  

The Choristers of the Cathedral Church of Saint John the DivineMalcolm Merriweather, Conductor   The renowned Choristers Make their Met debut with a lively and seasonal program by Benjamin Britten, John Rutter, and Robert Sirota. With soloists...