By John von Rhein CHICAGO — Amid a hectic transatlantic schedule that has Christopher Bell shuttling each season between engagements in the United Kingdom and Chicago, he looks forward to the balm of summers spent working with his Grant Park Chorus. This year he is celebrating his 10th year as its director, and the milestone […]
Harold Hill Complaints Choir puts residents’ gripes to song
By Lee-Ann Richards LONDON, UK — They say that things are better out in the open and now a choir is making it even easier for people to air their complaints by setting their moans to the sound of music. The Harold Hill Complaints Choir based in Exchange Studios in Petersfield Avenue was set up […]
Bethlehem Bach Choir gets new headquarters
A historic building will be the new home for one of Bethlehem's most renowned institutions. The administrative offices of the Bach Choir will move from 423 Heckewelder Place to the 1810 Heckewelder House located at 440 Heckewelder Place in the city. The public is invited to an open house from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday […]
“The Soldier (1914)” available from Survives Music
Survives Music is pleased to announce the availability of a new choral work, The Soldier (1914) by Ted Vives. The Soldier (1914) was recently awarded Commendation in the Recital Music 2011 Choral Music Competition. Vives, winner of the 2011 American Prize in Composition Choral Division has crafted a beautiful and poignant setting of the poem […]
Kyrie by Donald L. Appert
RedHouse Arts is pleased to announce”Kyrie” (SATB and piano), our newest contribution by composer Donald L. Appert. This piece is equally suited for concert performance, liturgy, or memorial service. Please take a look at the sample score at http://www.redhouseartspace.com/kyrie.html. Chris Humphrey RedHouse Arts
Winners of the Recital Music 2011 Choral Music Competition
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