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Schola Cantorum
Throughout its existence the Chamber Choir Schola Cantorum has had high ambitions. The Choir has built an international reputation and has made it a trademark to include newly written music in its programmes. This is thanks to the work of Knut Nystedt (b.... moreThroughout its existence the Chamber Choir Schola Cantorum has had high ambitions. The Choir has built an international reputation and has made it a trademark to include newly written music in its programmes. This is thanks to the work of Knut Nystedt (b. 1915), organist, composer and conductor, who returned to Norway in 1964 after studying in the USA and started a Choir at the music department of the University of Oslo. The Choir continues to recruit members from the department of music, as well as from the Norwegian Academy of Music in more recent years.
The American choral tradition in which Nystedt was trained emphasises the importance of new music – a practice Nystedt brought back with him to Oslo. Knut Nystedt’s music became a vital element of Schola Cantorum’s repertoire.
Tone Bianca Sparre Dahl became conductor in 2002, and has further established the Choir’s firm position in Norway’s musical life. She has continued Nystedt’s tradition of performing modern music. Schola Cantorum has a varied repert... less
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Salt Lake Vocal Artists
Organized under the direction of Dr. Brady Allred in 2010, the Salt Lake Vocal Artists has become the first professional-level touring and recording Choir within the Salt Lake Choral Artists organization. This mixed-voice choral ensemble varies in size d... moreOrganized under the direction of Dr. Brady Allred in 2010, the Salt Lake Vocal Artists has become the first professional-level touring and recording Choir within the Salt Lake Choral Artists organization. This mixed-voice choral ensemble varies in size depending on the project from 16 to 40 auditioned singers and performs a diverse repertoire ranging from the Renaissance to the 21st Century. In its premiere season, the SL Vocal Artists were honored with an invitation to participate in the 42nd Tolosa Choral Contest in October 2010. After a successful concert tour of the Basque region of Spain, the SLVA competed against renowned Choirs from all over the world and were awarded First Prize in all four categories they entered, as well as the special Audience Prize. To conclude only its second season, the SL Vocal Artists were one of only 25 Choirs and the only American Choir to perform at the World Choral Symposium in Argentina following a two week concert tour of the country in July and August. They also trave... less
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Singkronies Chamber Choir
Singkronies is a SAMA award-winning mixed 'project' Choir with approximately 35 members, selected on the merit of voice quality and musicality. The Choir's size changes as per the musical requirements of the specific project being undertaken. The name Sin... moreSingkronies is a SAMA award-winning mixed 'project' Choir with approximately 35 members, selected on the merit of voice quality and musicality. The Choir's size changes as per the musical requirements of the specific project being undertaken. The name Singkronies means singing without pause, as well as the desire to sing in a synchronized manner. We are conducted by the talented conductor and tenor, Nicholas Nicolaidis.
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The People's Show Choir Bearwood
The People's Show Choir Bearwood is a Community-friendly Choir. You do not need any previous music experience to be part of this lovely Community. Imagine joining a Choir with no audition that offers professionally led rehearsals and a variety of resource... moreThe People's Show Choir Bearwood is a Community-friendly Choir. You do not need any previous music experience to be part of this lovely Community. Imagine joining a Choir with no audition that offers professionally led rehearsals and a variety of resources to help you improve.
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The People's Show Choir Shrewsbury
The People's Show Choir Shrewsbury is a Community-friendly Choir. You do not need any previous music experience to be part of this lovely Community. Imagine joining a Choir with no audition that offers professionally led rehearsals and a variety of resour... moreThe People's Show Choir Shrewsbury is a Community-friendly Choir. You do not need any previous music experience to be part of this lovely Community. Imagine joining a Choir with no audition that offers professionally led rehearsals and a variety of resources to help you improve
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Worcester Cathedral Chamber Choir says yes to Rick Wakeman
A Worcester, UK, Choir is swapping its usual Cathedral surroundings for the bright lights of the rock arena after being asked to perform alongside global music legend Rick Wakeman.
The Worcester Cathedral Chamber Choir will be performing alongs...
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CWU Chamber Choir: Gjeilo - "Luminous Night of the Soul"
"Luminous Night of the Soul" (Ola Gjeilo) is sung by The Central Washington University Chamber Choir (Gary Weidenaar, director) joined by Ola Gjeilo on the piano and the Kairos String Quartet (comprised of CWU string faculty).
In May, 2013, composer Ol... more"Luminous Night of the Soul" (Ola Gjeilo) is sung by The Central Washington University Chamber Choir (Gary Weidenaar, director) joined by Ola Gjeilo on the piano and the Kairos String Quartet (comprised of CWU string faculty).
In May, 2013, composer Ola Gjeilo spent 3 days on the Central Washington University Campus, joining the Choir in recording 4 of his pieces. This performance of Gjeilo's "Luminous Night of the Soul" is from that session.
The other pieces were "Sanctus" for a cappella Choir, and "Across The Vast, Eternal Sky", also with the composer at the piano and joined by the Kairos Quartet.
The final piece, "Ubi Caritas II: Through Infinite Ages", was recorded both in an unaccompanied rendition (how it is written and published) and in a version with Mr. Gjeilo improvising an accompaniment to the Choir.
This was Ola's second time on CWU's campus. His first visit was in the spring of 2011 and yielded 5 videos of his music, a wide-ranging interview with the composer and other bonus material... less