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Inversion Ensemble and saxophonist Kyle Jones are incredibly excited to share news of a consortium for a new work for soprano saxophone and full chorus (SATB; minimum 16 singers, 4 to a part) by Katherine (Kate) Pukinskis! The work, ca. 25-30 minutes in length, will be composed during the upcoming year (Fall 2026-Summer 2027), with […]

ANNOUNCING THE U.S. PREMIERE OF REQUIEM FOR AMERICA BY MOHICAN/MUNSEE-LENAPE COMPOSER BRENT MICHAEL DAVIDS, IN BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, NOV 14  Performances by Boston Cecilia Chorus, Native American Chorus, Opera Singers, and Orchestra “As an act of historical remembrance and recovery, Davids’s piece has an undeniable power.” – The Times (UK) “Impossible to listen to without being shaken.” – Financial Times […]

Sounds of Stow Chorus & Orchestra announces their 48th season — the music of CONNECTIONS. Join us for this unique season which connects past to present, culture to culture, through the magic of music, which we can only create together! Stylistic traditions and techniques spanning centuries are evident in selections for the November 22, 2026 […]

Voices of Fort Worth, a chamber choir celebrating its fifteenth year, is seeking singers of all voice types (especially tenors and basses). Our season includes three concert cycles (including the Howells Requiem) and two (non-Sunday morning) worship events.  Rehearsals are Monday evenings at Trinity Episcopal in Fort Worth.  Audition sign-ups and information can be found […]

Please check my catalog at J.W.Pepper MyScore for several new anthems, including “I Must Tell Jesus” (with alto sax), “O Savior of the World” (simplified, more flexible), and “In Thee is Gladness” (with opt. Handbells for 3 players which provide a little more “pop.”) Here’s a link:  https://www.jwpepper.com/myscore/renmuspress

Dear Colleagues, Would you like to do something different and adventurous with your choir this Christmas? My new choral anthem, Amuru Anyi Otu Nwa (Unto Us a Child Is Born), sets the Christmas message in Igbo, one of Nigeria’s major languages. It is written in a joyful, danceable waltz style, driven by syncopated African rhythms and […]

🎶 Sing With Allegrezza: 2026/2027 Season Auditions! 🎶 Are you ready to make choral history this holiday season? Allegrezza is officially accepting auditions for our upcoming 2026/2027 concert season, and we want YOU to be part of our musical family! ✨ A One-of-a-Kind Holiday Program ✨ This winter, our holiday concert will showcase beloved choral […]

Enjoy all episodes of The Choral Director’s Toolbox for free at https://www.ChoralFoundation.org/toolbox This week on The Choral Director’s Toolbox, Dr. William Baker challenges the old saying that “a rough dress rehearsal leads to a great concert.” In Building a Great Dress Rehearsal, he offers practical strategies for creating a rehearsal that is efficient, professional, inspiring, and […]

Featuring pieces from Mari Esabel Valverde & Wayland Rogers! CrossingMari Esabel ValverdeTTBB chorus & pianoDifficulty: 3Duration: 3-5 min. Concerns the risk of coming out of the closet and the brave act of choosing love over and over again.   This World is Not My Home (medium voice)Wayland RogersMedium voice & piano; also High voiceDifficulty: 2Duration: […]

Playing piano for a choir is a specialized skill that involves technical facility, sensitivity to balance, and creative problem-solving. However, few choral accompanists have been trained in strategies for reading vocal parts in open score, playing from an orchestral reduction, or efficient practice.  I offer online coaching for choral accompanists. Bring your repertoire and your […]