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Does anyone know of an anthem based on the Star Child hymntune from the United Methodist Hymnal? Jeanie Joesbury

For a 70-voice community group, I am seeking contemporary works that in some (overt) way are inspired by Bach. Works should be up to 20 minutes or so in length.   For the other portion of the program, I am tentatively programming Bach’s Missa Brevis in A Major, BWV 234.   Any suggestions would be […]

Omaha, NE — The Nebraska Choral Arts Society, umbrella organization of the Nebraska Children’s Chorus, Masterworks Adult Chorus and Choral Arts Society Teens, is closing its doors after more than 30 years of distinguished music-making.    Read more here:  http://choirmusic.org/ 

I’m searching for repertoire for a very good amateur choir (can split into SATBx2) for a programme about the Crucifixion and Resurrection. An organ is available (but I prefer a cappella works). I’ve already chosen Leighton’s Crucifixus Pro Nobis. The tenor soloist is professional.

I have about 6 Sundays worth of music (after our 45 or so voice church choir is off) in the vein of church renewal, rededication, and “revival” to search out.  Probably more upbeat, though not necessarily contemporary Christian, rep seems to be what the senior pastor is looking for.  I would welcome suggestions in that vein […]

Having difficulty locating any edition of Kodaly’s See the Gypsies for satb…yet have the Debrecen recording.  Any suggestions?   Roly Brown, France

My previous posting about BIble stories reminded me of this work, which I have never conducted but always admired. It’s time to progam it but I wondera about performing editions.  The Universal Edition is apparently in English and lists for $7.95 per copy – pretty steep for me. SheetMusicPlus lists the Editio Musica Budapest (HL.50511085) […]

I am looking for Nordic choral music that shows a jazz influence.  Suggestions on specific composers and/or pieces would be fantastic!  I would also love recommendations on how to contact said composers or obtain said pieces.  Thank you!

PLUtonic a capella choir from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington, has hit the national stage as finalists in the You Tube competition put on by “America’s Got Talent.”   Of the thousands of video submissions, PLUtonic’s rendition of ‘N Sync’s “Here We Go” was selected as one of 40 finalists. Choir members were notified […]

June 29, 2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE     On Sunday, June 27 the Board of Directors of The Orlando Chorale, Inc. voted to cease operations and dissolve the corporation for this community-based performing arts organization.   The Orlando Chorale was founded on May 7, 2002, by Gregory Ruffer, Music Director, and John E. Perkins, Executive […]