A reminder that 2012 marks the 300th birthday of Giacomo Puccini “senior”, great great grandfather of the more famous opera composer of the same name. To celebrate this occasion, check out editions for SATB, SATB double chorus, and SSA choirs published by Hinshaw Music (hinshawmusic.com) and Alliance Music Publications (alliancemusic.com). All of these works are […]
“Song of the Klutz” (SATB) Good for expressive singing & choralography!
“Song of the Klutz” is now available under the SATB tab on: www.choralmelodies.com A fun piece for high school and adult choirs, perfect for expressive singing and choralography. About 5 minutes long. Temporarily FREE to download and copy. Enjoy! My thanks to Tom Carter, clinician and author of “Choral CHARISMA: Singing with Expression” […]
For Christmas 2012
Some of you are likely already giving thought to 2012’s rep. Might I suggest my “Gloria in Excelsis Deo” ? Full of life, good opener, challenging, yet accessible. Best of all, unlimited copies for your organization for a low price of $15.00! http://www.scoreexchange.com/scores/116770.html
Choir welcomes new director at open rehearsal
NANAIMO, BC — Building community through song on Vancouver Island is the goal of the Malaspina Choir’s new choral director Garry Froese. Froese, who has an extensive background in choral music in both the U.S. and Canada, believes that choral music has a strong role to play in strengthening the fabric of a community. “Whether it […]
Changing LaVerne’s Tune – A Profile of James Calhoun
By Debbie Allison LA VERNE, CA — Had predictions proven to be true after his accident as a child, James Calhoun may never have played music again. He may never have studied sacred music and organ performance at the University of Southern California or performed at Carnegie Hall or Lincoln Center, and he may […]
ACDA National Survey & Elections Underway
In the first 48 hours since posting, the American Choral Directors Association’s National Strategic Planning Survey has seen a 10% response rate from the membership. ACDA members have the opportunity to share their opinions and shape the future of the Association by participating in this first national on-line survey. The survey, along with various National, […]