[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my Choral Clarity blog]    We've just spent many months learning notes and rhythms, memorizing lyrics, working on balance and blend, shape, and internalizing meaning. But now it ...

Under the direction of Artistic Director Christopher Gabbitas, the Grammy Award-winning Phoenix Chorale is regarded as one of the finest choral ensembles of the Western Classical tradition in North America. Founded in 1958 the Phoenix Chorale’s mission is...  moreUnder the direction of Artistic Director Christopher Gabbitas, the Grammy Award-winning Phoenix Chorale is regarded as one of the finest choral ensembles of the Western Classical tradition in North America. Founded in 1958 the Phoenix Chorale’s mission is focused on building a vibrant community through song and enriching lives through choral artistry. Every one of its outstanding artists lives in Arizona, many of whom direct music activities in Phoenix metro-area schools, community colleges, and teach voice lessons. The Chorale performs to thousands of individuals each Season through concerts and outreach events across the Phoenix metro-area. The Chorale’s digital audience has reached millions through broadcasts, performance videos, and via albums on streaming services, like Spotify. Visit phoenixChorale.org to learn more information about the Chorale and upcoming performances.  less

[this is an updated version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   For those of us who work to school terms, it is now the summer holidays. Unlike us poor folk here in the UK, the summer break is months long i...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Most choirs rehearse for months to perfect their songs before they perform.   the Big Night Out Community Choir for BBC Children in Need 201...

As a challenge to finish and post one new piece per month for 6 months, Here is my first of six new compositions. Rejoice! is a modern piece based on Veni Veni Emmanuel. It features tight harmony with classical sensitivities for Advent/Christmas designed ...

Song: It is Well with My Soul Artist : Grace Chorale International , GHANA Event: ACGC Rwanda2022 Africa Unity CLOSING CEREMONY AT INTARE ARENA

(this blog post has been taken from the Choral Clartiy Blog)   Your Singer MISSED The Concert….What do we do? – Use the 5 “E”s It can be quite frustrating when we have prepared for months, have a perfect balance, exact ris...

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

Lake Como, Italy Sept. 2022. The California Redwood Chorale together with the Accademia Corale di Lecco. Our collaboration on Ennio Moricone's music was wonderful.

Chorale Bel Canto was founded in 1982 by a group of Whittier College Choir Alumni who wished to continue singing after graduating. Director of Choral Activities Stephen Gothold, himself an alumnus, organized the recruiting efforts and the Chorale made its...  moreChorale Bel Canto was founded in 1982 by a group of Whittier College Choir Alumni who wished to continue singing after graduating. Director of Choral Activities Stephen Gothold, himself an alumnus, organized the recruiting efforts and the Chorale made its debut performance on Saturday, December 4, 1982 at the Whittier Presbyterian Church - a complete performance of Handel’s Messiah. Since then, the Chorale has sung over one hundred thirty concert programs in the Southern California area. The Chorale performed in Japan in 1994 and at the Hollywood Bowl in 1995 as it joined together with 1,000 singers from America and Japan to sing Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. In 2001, members of the Chorale -- along with Whittier College students, alumni, and members of the Imperial Valley Choral Society -- toured Eastern Europe and performed selections of American hymns, spirituals, and sacred songs. Chorale members have also participated in the Classical Music Festival in Eisenstadt, Austria, a tour of Eastern Europe singing ...    less