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Songs of David Choir reality show to unearth choral talent
A new reality show, Songs of David Choir reality show, is in the offing with the sole aim of unearthing talents in choral music in Ghana. Sings of David Choir reality show is a competition designed to showcase and reward the numerous choirs (church, school and community) all over the country as well as discover […]
Great Choral Study Interview
James McLaren | Numbers of people becoming involved in British choirs have been falling for some years; a new study of the state of the choral scene will assess just how drastic that decline has been. Researchers from the Great Choral Study will aim to “investigate the current and future trends, opportunities and challenges facing […]
Texts that tell a story
I am in the need of some suggestions for pieces of music that contain text which describes a story. The pieces will be performed by by 6th grade Treble choir, who usually sing Unison/SA pieces. Thanks for any sugguestions, Michael Williams
Today, complete privileged access to Musica (World Choral Day)
Today, Dec.12, Musica International celebrates the World Choral Day (http://www.ifcm.net/public/doc/665.pdf) A complete privileged access is offered to all visitors of www.musicanet.org, after login Use it without moderation…
Short dresses instead of long dresses?
I hope I’m not going to ask a stupid question; if I do, forgive me! I’m in my 2nd year as a choir director and most of my music training is in instrumental music. I teach at a rural school (grades K-12 haa 650 students), where I teach band, choir, and general music. I’ve […]
Katinka Daniel +
I am sad to pass along the information that our dear friend, Katinka Daniel, passed away peacefully in her sleep this morning. Further information may be forthcoming from the family. Katinka was a tremendously positive influence on the world of music education as a teacher, author and storyteller. She and her children were rescued […]
Bach choral accompaniments transcribed for two pianists
Dear Forum readers: The combined choirs at our university have a concert date at our main concert hall in the city on March 21, which happens to be Bach’s birthday. Unfortunately our instrumental forces are not available to plan any music with orchestral accompaniment, so we are looking for Bach choral works with accompaniments […]
National Children’s Chorus performs US Premiere of “Far Away” by Sage Lewis
Composer Sage Lewis and the Far Away Projectfunded by Center Theatre Group’s Richard E. Sherwood Award The National Children’s Chorus chapter in Los Angeles has embarked on a unique journey with composer Sage Lewis, the Center Theatre Group of Los Angeles, and Cuba’s top youth chorus, Coro Diminuto. Together, they have created an extraordinary musical […]
Needed: “Brotherhood of Man” (Men’s Voices)
I’m looking for an arrangement of “Brotherhood of Man” (from How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying) for men’s chorus. I can’t imagine that this hasn’t been arranged, but I’ve not found it. Can anyone help? I’ll be happy to rent or purchase . . . once I find it! Thanks, Patrick K. […]
SATB Music for a developing HS men’s section
I’m looking for those pieces of music that will help develop the independence and musicianship of a young, inexperienced section of men who struggle to even sing unison in tune, in a 9-12 non-auditioned choir of about 30 (two-thirds of which are stronger women singers). I am particularly looking for those carefully-written SATB pieces that […]