WEST YORKSHIRE, UK — THEY say music travels but so, it seems, do Huddersfield Choral Society’s old dresses! The ladies of the choir celebrated the society’s 175th anniversary last season by investing in new two piece blue outfits which they wear at concerts. But what to do with the old dresses that are still in good […]
Swarthmore College Gospel Choir Provides a Spiritual Outlet
By Chi Zhang SWARTHMORE, PA — “Light of the world, You stepped down into darkness. Opened my eyes, let me see; Beauty that made this heart adore You; Hope a life spent with You.” These are the lyrics of “Here I Am to Worship,” a song written by Tim Hughes and covered by Israel and […]
Victoria’s Starlight Pops Choir rocks out
VICTORIA, BC — When Victoria choral director Sue Doman formed the Starlight Pops Choir in 2008, she never dreamed that the group, made up mostly of retirees, would be able to wrap their heads – and their voices – around the music ofElton John, Paul Simon, The Police, Queen, U2 and The Rolling Stones. “Some folks hear […]
Mary Hopper Wins ACDA National Election
The American Choral Directors Association is pleased to announce that Mary Hopper has been elected the national President-Elect Designate. Mary will have a wide range of responsibilities along the presidential track and will assume the Presidency of the Association in July, 2015. “It is an honor to be asked to serve ACDA in this way, […]
Camden Choir Prepares for Czech Competition
By Kevin Riordan CAMDEN, NJ — A high school choir from Camden is rehearsing for a European competition. Although they’ll sing a selection in Latin, language is hardly the biggest barrier for 25 students from Creative Arts Morgan Village Academy who want to attend the Young Prague festival. “We have to raise $45,000, and we’re […]
Rod Bushey Receives Michigan Honor
By Amanda Whitesell HOWELL, MI — A “whole brigade” of students might not have pursued music careers if it weren’t for Rod Bushey, says a co-worker. The Howell High School choir director was named the Michigan School Vocal Music Association’s 2012 teacher of the year. The award is the most prestigious honor given to vocal music […]