Choosing the right choir is an important decision that can greatly enhance your musical journey. Here are some tips to help you make an informed choice: Understand the different types of choirs: Familiarize yourself with various types of choirs, such as community choirs, church choirs, school choirs, and professional choirs. Each type has its own […]
Sehnsucht from Six Vocal Quartets, Op. 112 by Johannes Brahms: New Orchestration
Not long ago, I went looking for titles from among my favorite secular choral gems by Brahms that apparently had not yet been orchestrated by anyone. The Six (Vocal) Quartets, Op. 112, stood out to me. Working on Sehnsucht was a challenging but rewarding experience. Here is a link to the scrolling score on YouTube. I […]
Wanted to borrow
I am in need of instrumental parts for Willcocks FIVE CHRISTMAS CAROLS. I had them and cannot locate them. I only need v1,v2,vla, vcl, bs, tpt, oboe. Would appreciate an email if you are in possession of these and I could somehow get a copy of them. Please contact JoAnn Kulesza, Director, Arundel Vocal Arts […]
EMBER auditions for 2023-24 season – Sep. 5
Dr. Deborah Simpkin King, Artistic Director Non-Union, New York & New Jersey Auditions will be held TUES. SEPTEMBER 5, 2023Visit EmberArts.org/Auditions to request an audition – particularly seeking basses and baritones for 3 remaining openings Ember is a semi-pro chamber ensemble of 25-30 singers from NJ and NYC. Core belief: music has a unique power to affect […]
Request to borrow/purchase orchestration for Christmas Cantata: Sing Christmas: A Choral Experience
This is the rather recent Christmas Cantata by Ramey and MacDonald. While we have purchased the scores and rehearsal CDs, our church cannot afford the price of the full orchestration when we will only be adding 3 or 4 instruments to the piano accompaniment. Can anyone share the downloadable parts for a few instruments or […]
EMBER auditions for 2023-24 season
Dr. Deborah Simpkin King, Artistic Director Non-Union, New York & New Jersey Auditions will be held SEPTEMBER 5, 2023SEPTEMBER 7, 2023Visit EmberArts.org/Auditions to sign up Ember‘s core belief is that music has a unique power to affect the human heart and soul. Ember is committed to excellence in: Innovative programming and performance Leadership through promotion […]