Norman Scribner was not yet 30 when he founded the Choral Arts Society of Washington in 1965. Since that time, the organization has grown from a community choir to a world-renowned chorus with a staff of 12 and an annual budget in excess of $2 million. It has worked with some of the most respected […]
Wausau, Wisconsin, barbershoppers host guest night
The River Valley Harmonizers invite all men who like to sing and harmonize to join us in song at our Guest Night – Open House. Join us on Tuesday, September 15th and/or 22nd. Plan to attend one or both nights at the Knights of Columbus Clubhouse, 1024 South 1st Avenue, Wausau. Registration begins at 6:45 […]
Magen Solomon new director of Stockton Chorale
Magen Solomon doesn’t think it’s all that tricky. “I really feel everybody can sing,” said Solomon, who’s already making harmonious sounds with the Stockton Chorale. “A choral group is a perfect example of how the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. You can take someone who’s not very experienced and do […]
Looking for a fun Introit for Oct. 3, St. Francis’ Day (Blessing of the Animals)?
Go here to hear Clare Shore’s Tropical Blessing for SAB and handbells (c. 50 seconds): http://www.clareshore.com/LRoom.htm The words are by the composer: Praise God, the Father, our Creator!/Bless all of us, He is our maker!/ Bless paw and hoof, burrow and roost;/Bless equine, bovine, canine, feline, Osprey, egret, woodpecker, Little Blue;/Bless Spot and Puff and Grandma, […]
New composed music waiting a good recording
Dear friends, here you have two pieces may be interesting for your repertory. As I am doing a promotion, I’ll provide all materials for free if interested in programming for your concerts DANZA PRIMA. Symphonic piece for Symphonic Orchestra, Tenor soloist and choirs. 20 min. here is a 3 last minutes videoclip of the piece. […]
THE KISS
For Your Ladies. “The Kiss” (SSAA, Keyboard) Text by Sara Teasdale. Music by Tom Council. “the girls loved singing it and our audience loved hearing it” (Catherine Glaser-Climie, “Cantare” Canada) ALLIANCE MUSIC PUBLICATIONS Listen : THE KISS