This post was originally posted to the Embro Thistle Singers blog.  The other day, there was a question about whether or not a Choir director should sing while directing.  This is an age old question but as usual I have my own ideas.  ...

6 World Choir Games in Shaoxing (China, 2010)

5 World Choir Games in Graz (Austria, 2008)

"Stella" is dedicated to my friend Kristina, who introduced me to this remarkable French poem by Victor Hugo written while in exile on the Isle of Jersey. It is a complex layered poem exploring a multitude of interactions with the morning star - in na...  more"Stella" is dedicated to my friend Kristina, who introduced me to this remarkable French poem by Victor Hugo written while in exile on the Isle of Jersey. It is a complex layered poem exploring a multitude of interactions with the morning star - in naturalistic, religious, spiritual and seemingly political terms. Sincere thanks to Matthew Curtis (choraltracks.com) for recording "Stella." To purchase the sheet music for this song, please contact: info@leadingnote.com. I would like to acknowledge the a cappella Choir that I sing in, The Stairwell Carollers, and our director Pierre Massie, for their musical inspiration these past 26 years. I would also like to thank my friends in our "Ad hoc Chorale" for testing out this piece in one of our informal workshops and offering valuable comments. And with deepest appreciation to my brother Adam Rain and my friend Geneviève Lajoie for their invaluable support throughout my composing journey.  less

Handog Concierto The San Nicolas 2nd Chorale with Band 31

Cool Choir Perform the iconic Sweet Child O'Mine by Guns 'n' Roses at the Bella Concert Hall, Calgary Visit www.coolChoir.com for more information www.facebook.com/coolChoircanada Twitter @coolChoir

Jayson Wilson sings Ola Gjeilo's 'Sanctus' with multitracking, performing all the parts himself.

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   When you join a Choir that sings in harmony, you will find that some parts are too high for you and some parts are too low.     Just lik...

Gresley Male Voice Choir, Autumn Celebrity Concert 2015

A soldier's 'CALL OF DUTY' in pictures, set to the awesome composition 'Lord Keep Us Safe' by Darren Marc Bartlett and superb choral vocals from Salvacosta. ''This brand new video is a tribute to all the men and women who serve to keep us safe. Thank y...  moreA soldier's 'CALL OF DUTY' in pictures, set to the awesome composition 'Lord Keep Us Safe' by Darren Marc Bartlett and superb choral vocals from Salvacosta. ''This brand new video is a tribute to all the men and women who serve to keep us safe. Thank you to all the outstanding individuals who work tirelessly to dedicate their lives to protect us. You are true HEROES and because of your sacrifice, we are able to enjoy many freedoms that most of us take for granted. Please share and view on all social media sites to raise awareness and show our appreciation.; Darren Bartlett ''Lord, keep us safe this night, secure from all our fears; may angels guard our sleep, till morning light appears.'' Music Credits Composer - Darren Marc Bartlett Vocals - Salvacosta Lyrics - John Leland, 1792 Producers - Alvin Allison & Darren Bartlett Video creation - Kingsbere Designs Copyright DMB Music 2003 www.darrenbartlett.co.uk www.salvacosta.co.uk .....................................................    less