Elektra Women’s Choir Announces New Online Repertoire Resource for Women’s Choirs

Vancouver’s Elektra Women’s Choir is pleased to announce that their new Repertoire Resources section of their website (elektra.ca) is live. Everything Elektra has sung for 24 seasons is there including, in some cases, notes on what the piece is like to teach and conduct, notes from composers, links to composers and publishers, texts and English translations, durations, and more. 

According to Morna Edmundson, the choir’s Artistic Director, the conversation usually goes like this:

“Morna, I’m in the middle of planning my repertoire for next season and I need one more folk song that features my altos.  What has Elektra done that you would recommend?”  Or “We just started working with a fabulous new accompanist and I want to feature her in our next concert” or “Our Christmas concert is shared with a children’s choir.  Any suggestions for repertoire?” 

 
Then, whether it’s in Calgary or Caracas, Smithers or San Francisco, every choral conductor within earshot is gathered around to share their recent discoveries.  These are some of the most enjoyable moments of being part of the choral world. 

 
The internet has made it possible for Elektra to launch a brand new resource – think of it as 24/7 access to some of those conversations.”

 
The resource is “live” now and growing all the time, as more details are added on the music such as score samples and recorded excerpts.  Visit elektra.ca, choose Repertoire Resources and click on “Collections” to see a list “Suitable for Young Voices” or “All Canadian Works” or “Christmas Music.”  Happy browsing!