"maggie and milly and molly and may" by Joan Szymko. Text by E. E. Cummings. Recorded live on May 3, 2015, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Chamber singers ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artisti...  more"maggie and milly and molly and may" by Joan Szymko. Text by E. E. Cummings. Recorded live on May 3, 2015, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Chamber singers ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: Wallis Peterson, Accompanist: Gayle Giese. maggie and milly and molly and may went down to the beach (to play one day) and maggie discovered a shell that sang so sweetly she couldn't remember her troubles, and milly befriended a stranded star whose rays five languid fingers were; and molly was chased by a horrible thing which raced sideways while blowing bubbles: and may came home with a smooth round stone as small as a world and as large as alone. For whatever we lose (like a you or a me) it's always ourselves we find in the sea  less

Collegium Ancora was founded in 2016 by Vince Edwards and Matt Hall, to diversify the musical offerings available to audiences and communities in Rhode Island and southeastern New England. They soon found a community of singers who are equally passionate ...  moreCollegium Ancora was founded in 2016 by Vince Edwards and Matt Hall, to diversify the musical offerings available to audiences and communities in Rhode Island and southeastern New England. They soon found a community of singers who are equally passionate about the energy and intimacy of Chamber choral music performed at a high caliber. Although we perform throughout Rhode Island and beyond, we are delighted to be ensemble-in-residence at Grace Church Providence, which generously provides rehearsal and performance space, and serves as our fiscal sponsor.  less

The mission of the Summit Choral Society is to produce and present quality performances of distinguished choral music for the enrichment, enjoyment, and education of our singers, our patrons and the Greater Akron community - and beyond! We believe that ar...  moreThe mission of the Summit Choral Society is to produce and present quality performances of distinguished choral music for the enrichment, enjoyment, and education of our singers, our patrons and the Greater Akron community - and beyond! We believe that artistically excellent performances of beautiful music – presented with enthusiasm, energy, and insight – provide artistic experiences that have broad appeal and enrich the lives of performers and listeners alike.  

Composer/pianist Ola Gjeilo joins the CWU Chamber Choir (Gary Weidenaar, director) in presenting Gjeilo's "Ubi Caritas". In mid-April, 2011, Ola spent 3 days on the Central Washington University Campus for a project in which he joined the Choir in reco...  moreComposer/pianist Ola Gjeilo joins the CWU Chamber Choir (Gary Weidenaar, director) in presenting Gjeilo's "Ubi Caritas". In mid-April, 2011, Ola spent 3 days on the Central Washington University Campus for a project in which he joined the Choir in recording 3 of his compositions. On this video, Gjeilo adds an improvised accompaniment (in a one-take rendition) to his setting of the Ubi Caritas text -- which is published as an unaccompanied piece. Because of his view that improvising is a wonderful snapshot of artists "at that moment", the project was entitled "In the Moment".  less

Edition: Dr. David Thurmaier Te Deum Chamber Choir www.te-deum.org Live performance, November 13, 2016 Village Presbyterian Church, Prairie Village, Kansas

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   You’ve put your fliers out, spread the word, mentioned it on Facebook, but still you find it hard to recruit new singers.   photo by I...

Stellarum is a new San Diego based amateur Chamber Choir. Led by British composer and choral director Benjamin Thiele-Long, the Choir’s repertoire blends early and renaissance European sacred choral music with modern spiritual and secular polyphony fro...  moreStellarum is a new San Diego based amateur Chamber Choir. Led by British composer and choral director Benjamin Thiele-Long, the Choir’s repertoire blends early and renaissance European sacred choral music with modern spiritual and secular polyphony from around the world. Stellarum is founded on the principles of encouraging amateur musicianship of all levels. Our aim is to provide a safe and encouraging space to develop and learn a challenging and engaging repertoire while delighting audiences with a beautiful, evocative, and technically excellent performance.  less

Barlow Bradford's Utah Chamber Artists perform "The Spheres" by Ola Gjeilo at their college concert "Crossings" at the Cathedral of the Madeleine in Salt Lake City, September 23, 2014.

8 young enthousiastic singers, all sharing the same passion: singing! The @hoc singers have a great fresh sound! Visit our facebook site to learn more about this fantastic group... singers" target="_blank" rel="nof...  more8 young enthousiastic singers, all sharing the same passion: singing! The @hoc singers have a great fresh sound! Visit our facebook site to learn more about this fantastic group... singers" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/Adhocsingers  

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Last week I wrote about the challenges faced by singers joining an established Choir.   photo by fromcolettewithlove   This week I wi...