At meeting music, we all adore Venice and its surroundings: The palaces, romantic buildings, lagoons and gondolas, The clean and tiny charm of The small cities around… Have you ever been There? If not, you should come and join us, if yes, you alrea...

(The title comes from The young son of a friend of mine – I knew what he meant!)   [this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From The Front of The Choir]   Like many teachers, I often catch colds during The Autumn t...

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s final composition, Requiem, was finished after his death by his student Franz Xaver Süssmayr. According to his wife, Constanze Mozart, The ailing composer had come to believe he was Writing The piece, initially commissioned by a ...  moreWolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s final composition, Requiem, was finished after his death by his student Franz Xaver Süssmayr. According to his wife, Constanze Mozart, The ailing composer had come to believe he was Writing The piece, initially commissioned by a German count, to be played at his own funeral — and indeed some sections were. Requiem was later performed at The funerals and commemorative services of Ludwig van Beethoven, Joseph Haydn, and Frédéric Chopin. Centuries later in 1960, “scraps of paper” containing Mozart’s unrealized ideas were discovered, prompting new versions of The Requiem. Mozart Requiem Robert Levin edition Downtown Voices The Choir of Trinity Wall Street NOVUS NY Stephen Sands, conductor Sonya Headlam, soprano Pamela Terry, mezzo-soprano David Vanderwal, tenor Neil NeTherly, bass  less

SSAA Repertoire • Curated by Santiago Veros Exploring The Magic of SSAA Music: Six Works to Connect with Your Audience A focused selection of treble repertoire for conductors who want emotionally resonant programs, clear vocal Writing and relia...

I should have gone on a holiday. I spent The summer re-reading "Percy Jackson and The Olympians" and "The Heroes of Olympus". I looked forward to "The House of Hades", The fourth book in "The Heroes of Olympus" series. It was released on early Autumn, whi...

When I first visited Riva del Garda, it was The middle of Autumn; and to my amazement, it felt like it was all The four seasons at The same time. The scent of still blooming flowery bushes reminded me of spring; The trees with ripe peaches and oranges rec...

Stunning song from : Maeran, written by Dominic Ward Source: http://www.last.fm/music/Maeran Maeran are Dominic Ward and Steve Wilson. They met at Liverpool University and have been Writing, recording and performing ever since. They originally perfo...  moreStunning song from : Maeran, written by Dominic Ward Source: http://www.last.fm/music/Maeran Maeran are Dominic Ward and Steve Wilson. They met at Liverpool University and have been Writing, recording and performing ever since. They originally performed covers of Simon-Garfunkel songs, but soon began producing Their own original blend of folk/folk rock music combining unique melodies, captivating vocal and instrumental arrangements and powerful poignant lyrics that challenge people to listen to what They have to say. I'm glad, I am very grateful for you, Marean!  less

A place with a well-established choir festival tradition - Riva del Garda is welcoming singers from all over The world not only in The Autumn, but during The awakening of nature as well. In The spring of 2026, meeting music invites you to immerse yourself...

Dear All! The London based choir Chantage is during this Autumn recording some of my most performed sacred music. You can read more about The project in The following link and I would be delighted if you would help support Chantage by order...

Advanced notice to get in your diaries, ALBION is starting its Autumn season by opening The Tideswell Festival on 20 September.   A chance to visit a beautiful area of England, with The Derbyshire Peaks and The ancient monuments, churches, castle...