The student choir of University of Latvia was established in 1920. First and foremost, its name is closely associated with its first conductor Artūrs Bobkovics (1885-1959), who already then had become "the king of Latvian symphonic music&...  moreThe student choir of University of Latvia was established in 1920. First and foremost, its name is closely associated with its first conductor Artūrs Bobkovics (1885-1959), who already then had become "the king of Latvian symphonic music". He organized the concerts of symphonic music and helped promote them. For the first time, the choir came together in the evening of October 18, when about 90 students gathered at Riga Secondary School No 2. The testing of voices was not very strict, and of the entire enthusiastic crowd only one student was rejected. Then, for a month, rehearsals were held, in which the voices of would-be singers were trained and made to keep in tune. After that another testing was held. This time the competition was much stricter, and only 40 singers were selected. That was the beginning of "Latvia University Student choir", which, on November 24, 1920, was recognized and affirmed by the University Council as the first official choir of the n...    less

A score for female choir and piano. Lyrics by the Slovenian poet Srečko Kosovel. Ensemble Vikra - conductor: Petra Grassi - piano: Martina Salateo Live recording 12/9/2016 International Choral Festival "Voci d'Europa" Basilica di San Gavino - Porto Tor...  moreA score for female choir and piano. Lyrics by the Slovenian poet Srečko Kosovel. Ensemble Vikra - conductor: Petra Grassi - piano: Martina Salateo Live recording 12/9/2016 International Choral Festival "Voci d'Europa" Basilica di San Gavino - Porto Torres (SS) "If only I were able, I would sing the poplar rustling with silvery voice, the sun of the Kurst in a cool September, the buckwheat in the white sinkhole. If only I were able, I would sing one, single girl; I love her so much that I would change her for anything in the world, anything."  less

Villancico tradicional de España adaptado para Coro SATB y piano por Víctor C. Jonsohn e interpretado por el CORO "SANTA MARÍA" de Coria del Río el domingo 22 de diciembre de 2024, acompañados al piano por Óscar Vicente, bajo la dirección de Sergio Asián,...  moreVillancico tradicional de España adaptado para Coro SATB y piano por Víctor C. Jonsohn e interpretado por el CORO "SANTA MARÍA" de Coria del Río el domingo 22 de diciembre de 2024, acompañados al piano por Óscar Vicente, bajo la dirección de Sergio Asián, durante el XXIV Concierto de Navidad celebrado en la Parroquia de San José de Coria del Río (Sevilla). A la nanita nana, nanita ea, nanita ea Mi niño tiene sueño, bendito sea, bendito sea A la nanita nana, nanita ea, nanita ea Mi niño tiene sueño, bendito sea, bendito sea. Fuentecita que corre clara y sonora Ruiseñor que en la selva, cantando y llora Calla mientras la cuna, se balancea A la nanita nana, nanita ea. A la nanita nana, nanita ea, nanita ea, Mi niño tiene sueño, bendito sea, bendito sea. Fuentecita que corre clara y sonora Ruiseñor que en la selva, cantando y llora Calla mientras la cuna, se balancea A la nanita nana nanita ea. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mas info...    less

Visit www.samuelholbird.com for more details and to get the score! LYRICS BELOW As One was written to mark the centenary of World War I. The song is written for a SATB choir and is sung a cappella. It is a contemplative piece which explores themes ...  moreVisit www.samuelholbird.com for more details and to get the score! LYRICS BELOW As One was written to mark the centenary of World War I. The song is written for a SATB choir and is sung a cappella. It is a contemplative piece which explores themes of togetherness in adversity and the call for peace. Its opening phrase mimics that of the Last Post and it is intended to be sung as part of an act of remembrance. Lyrics: As one they stood alone As one they gazed into the unknown Laid bare in rains of steel Deep veins of mire to call their home Bade forth with flags of praise Thenceforth as one to end their days From distant shores Their souls cry out for us to remember As blood bore fertile earth One soaring call was brought to birth A seed awakening A proclamation now to serve As one their voices come As one they call the Earth to arms Their anthem strong A song imploring us to remember Remember, we shall remember As darkness plundered then So darkness wounds the Earth again An...    less