Inversion Ensemble and saxophonist Kyle Jones are incredibly excited to share news of a consortium for a new work for soprano saxophone and full chorus (SATB; minimum 16 singers, 4 to a part) by Katherine (Kate) Pukinskis! The work, ca. 25-30 minutes in length, will be composed during the upcoming year (Fall 2026-Summer 2027), with […]
Announcing U.S. Premiere of “Requiem for America” featuring Boston Cecilia and Native American Choruses, Nov 14
ANNOUNCING THE U.S. PREMIERE OF REQUIEM FOR AMERICA BY MOHICAN/MUNSEE-LENAPE COMPOSER BRENT MICHAEL DAVIDS, IN BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, NOV 14 Performances by Boston Cecilia Chorus, Native American Chorus, Opera Singers, and Orchestra “As an act of historical remembrance and recovery, Davids’s piece has an undeniable power.” – The Times (UK) “Impossible to listen to without being shaken.” – Financial Times […]
Sounds of Stow announces new season (Massachusetts, US)
Sounds of Stow Chorus & Orchestra announces their 48th season — the music of CONNECTIONS. Join us for this unique season which connects past to present, culture to culture, through the magic of music, which we can only create together! Stylistic traditions and techniques spanning centuries are evident in selections for the November 22, 2026 […]
AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Voices of Fort Worth
Voices of Fort Worth, a chamber choir celebrating its fifteenth year, is seeking singers of all voice types (especially tenors and basses). Our season includes three concert cycles (including the Howells Requiem) and two (non-Sunday morning) worship events. Rehearsals are Monday evenings at Trinity Episcopal in Fort Worth. Audition sign-ups and information can be found […]
New Music
Please check my catalog at J.W.Pepper MyScore for several new anthems, including “I Must Tell Jesus” (with alto sax), “O Savior of the World” (simplified, more flexible), and “In Thee is Gladness” (with opt. Handbells for 3 players which provide a little more “pop.”) Here’s a link: https://www.jwpepper.com/myscore/renmuspress
The Choral Director’s Toolbox This Week
Enjoy all episodes of The Choral Director’s Toolbox for free at https://www.ChoralFoundation.org/toolbox This week on The Choral Director’s Toolbox, Dr. William Baker challenges the old saying that “a rough dress rehearsal leads to a great concert.” In Building a Great Dress Rehearsal, he offers practical strategies for creating a rehearsal that is efficient, professional, inspiring, and […]