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Hugo Distler(1908-1942) - Ensemble Nobiles, Sjaella
Commemorating the 70th anniversary of Hugo Distler's death, two successful vocal ensembles from Leipzig perform together on a single CD for the first Time. the three- and four-voice motets recorded by the young ladies of the Sjaella sextet and the five yo... moreCommemorating the 70th anniversary of Hugo Distler's death, two successful vocal ensembles from Leipzig perform together on a single CD for the first Time. the three- and four-voice motets recorded by the young ladies of the Sjaella sextet and the five young gentlemen of the Ensemble Nobiles represent some of the highlights from Distler's choral oeuvre: the Jahrkreis op. 5, and the Geistliche Chormusik op. 12.
One of the composer's best-known works, the Totentanz op. 12 no. 2, stands at the heart of this disc. the fourteen motets for Eternity Sunday contained in the Totentanz op. 12 no. 2 were set to music by Hugo Distler and form the work's musical part. Distler accompanies the motets with non-musical verses that narrate a dialogue between death and his numerous victims.While on the present recording some of the victims' roles are spoken by the singers themselves, Heinz-Martin Benecke lends death his charismatic voice.
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Coral Antiphona
Coral Antiphona was created in 1995 by Mtro. Juan Belmonte, former conductor of the Orquesta Sinfónica del Zulia, in Venezuela, with the purpose of having a stable group for the symphonic choral repertoire. In the present Time, Antiphona acts as an nonpro... moreCoral Antiphona was created in 1995 by Mtro. Juan Belmonte, former conductor of the Orquesta Sinfónica del Zulia, in Venezuela, with the purpose of having a stable group for the symphonic choral repertoire. In the present Time, Antiphona acts as an nonprofit civil association of culture promotion. the choir has been conducted by Mtro. Juan Carlos Bersague from 1995 to 2008. From 2010, Antiphona Titular Conductor is Mtro. César Alejandro Carrillo.
In its curricular path, Antiphona has performed in several scenarios in Bulgaria, Colombia, Cuba, France, Hungary, Italy, Mexico, Spain and Venezuela.
Competitions:
I Concurso de Coros "Luis Soto Villalobos" / Maracaibo, Venezuela 1999. [First Prize]
III Competencia de Coros de Mérida / Mérida, Venezuela 2002. [First Prize in Polyphony & Second Prize in Folklore categories].
XXXVII Certamen Internacional de Masas Corales / Tolosa, Spain 2005.
XXIV Festival-Certamen Internacional de Música de Cantonigròs / Cantonigròs, Spain. 2006. [First ... less
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San Diego Gay Men's Chorus
Under the artistic direction of RC Haus, the San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus is in its 32nd year of changing lives one voice at a Time. With more than 200 members, it is one of the largest gay choruses in the world and has sung at locations including the Whit... moreUnder the artistic direction of RC Haus, the San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus is in its 32nd year of changing lives one voice at a Time. With more than 200 members, it is one of the largest gay choruses in the world and has sung at locations including the White House and the Super Bowl. the group’s mission is to change lives one voice at a Time.
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Hill Top Community Singers
We are a community choir who meet every Wednesday from 4-5 during term Time. Members include school staff, pupils (over 16), Employees of council, members of the community. Anyone can join and we have lots of fun, learning basic singing techniques and dev... moreWe are a community choir who meet every Wednesday from 4-5 during term Time. Members include school staff, pupils (over 16), Employees of council, members of the community. Anyone can join and we have lots of fun, learning basic singing techniques and developing a repertoire of an eclectic choice of music. New members are always welcome.
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Risca Male Choir
Founded in 1970, Risca Male Choir has established an enviable reputation; the choir has not been afraid to experiment with and explore many musical styles, at the same Time it has been a trendsetter with its diverse performance presentations.
More detail... moreFounded in 1970, Risca Male Choir has established an enviable reputation; the choir has not been afraid to experiment with and explore many musical styles, at the same Time it has been a trendsetter with its diverse performance presentations.
More details can be found on our website.
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North Sky Chorale
Formed in 2016 as Academy Voices, North Sky Chorale performs in and around Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. It typically assembles a choir for a brief Time before each performance, then disbands until just before the next concert when a new choir is formed. the s... moreFormed in 2016 as Academy Voices, North Sky Chorale performs in and around Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. It typically assembles a choir for a brief Time before each performance, then disbands until just before the next concert when a new choir is formed. the singers may or may not be the same each Time. the choir is known for its freshness of sound and heart felt connections with the listener.
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ALBION - Carols with Albion Buxton 2015
ALBION - Carols with Albion Buxton 2015 (preview)
Event Date: November 27, 2015
undatedby Andrew Throssell
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Location: England, United Kingdom
Carols with Albion: Buxton 2015
Saturday 19 December at 7.00pm (note earlier Time)St John's...