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Two part mixed
I am starting a high school-age choir at my church and so far have 5-6 committed (2 or 3 girls, 3 guys). All are strong singers. I am thinking two part mixed lit is where I need to start until the group grows. Any suggestions on literature of this kind for this age group? Thanks! Rob
Seeking treble (boys) SA or SSA French language octavos
I am looking for your recommendations for music to be performed on a tour to France by our top performing choir of 36 treble boys, aged 10 – 13. Obviously want words in French and would like to hear about your success with what you recommend. We have a French speaking vocal coach that will […]
Borodin: Chorus of the Settlers
Greetings all– Does anyone have a recommendation of a recording (either audio or video) of this selection from Prince Igor? Thanks!
Reformation Day anthem?
Forgive me if this topic is posted elsewhere on choralnet, but I was wondering what anthems are your favorites for Reformation Day? Here are the forces I have: a 20-25 voice choir (SATB), brass (I have up to a brass quintet that can accompany), and organ. The choir is very good, but I am looking […]
Brahms: How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place
Friends, I am searching for a quality, legit SAB or 3-Pt Mixed arrangement/edition of How Lovely is thy Dwelling Place from Brahms’ German Requiem that is suitable for a jr. high choir. According to jwpepper this does not exist, do any of you know where I might find this? Also, there is one arranged by […]
The Glee Effect
It was precisely a century ago that the Yale Whiffenpoofs first banded together to sing of poor little lambs who had lost their way. Since that fateful night at Mory’s Temple Bar, choral groups, a cappella or otherwise, have grown to become nationwide high school and college staples, their allure ebbing and flowing, as dictated […]
Roger Sherman Begins Leadership of Orcas Choral Society, Olympia, WA
Roger Sherman will pick up the conductor’s baton for the first time in many years next Tuesday, when he begins rehearsals as the new director of the Orcas Choral Society. However, he brings a lifelong practice of making music with him. In spite of his busy schedule, he says he welcomes the chance to direct […]
Limited choir access
Colleagues, this is in reply to the newspaper report posted by Richard Allen Roe. Unfortunately it was posted as a news item, with no way to reply to it, and I think this matter may deserve some discussion. The report is from “Montgomery County,” but in which state remains a mystery. I’ve read the […]
Pronunciation of “Angel”
Which is preferred in the traditional “Hark the Harald angels sing”. An-gehls or an-guls (schwa). I’d write it in IPA but don’t know how to type it!
ASU student starts ‘Glee’-inspired high school club
By Mary Shinn September 7, 2010 at 9:44 pm Inspired by the hit TV show “Glee,” a group of ASU students will be heading back to high school this semester to start a show choir. GLEEders, a group of ASU mentors, will be advising three show choir groups of students from Corona Del Sol High […]