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St. Charles Singers Set to Launch 40th Anniversary Season
Fall concerts invite listeners to ‘Pause, Reflect and Ponder’ October 26–27 in St. Charles Choir to sing with string ensemble in ‘Candlelight Carols’ December 6 in Wheaton, December 7–8 in St. Charles ‘Choral Connections’ to feature collaboration with six local high school choruses February 21–22 in St. Charles Season finale to illuminate ‘The Passing of […]
Emptying the Finale Folder
Music When Soft Voices Die When I chose this text I was not sure how it might fit in with celebrating 20 years of The Texas Voices. But as I began to write the piece, a wonderful former student from my days of directing choirs at W.T. White High School in Dallas became very […]
Accessible, rhythmic, and fun unaccompanied SATB piece
“One Of These Days” is a jubilant sacred concert piece that your singers will absolutely love! It is especially effective in a festival setting. No divisi, unaccompanied. SATB Link has full perusal score and recording. https://www.jwpepper.com/One-of-These-Days/11408845.item
In My Mind All Is Beautiful – (SATB version) by Anthony Sylvestre
I’m so glad to announce the release of my new piece ‘In My Mind All Is Beautiful’. It’s a song of consolation about a loved one who feels his time is drawing near. Just before he leaves, he reassures his loved ones who remain after him with the words of consolation: ‘In my mind all […]
The Stonewall Chorale: Auditions Open
The Stonewall Chorale is auditioning all voice parts for our 48th season! Our three season concerts include performances of Poulenc’s Gloria, Vivaldi’s Magnificat,Sarah Kirkland Snider’s Mass for the Endangered, Iconic Anthems of LGBTQIA+ Pride, and more! The Stonewall Chorale is an auditioned choir of about 65 voices. We love to sing and are committed to excellence…and we also have […]
New Works from the Compose Like A Girl Series!
New Works from theCompose Like A Girl Series Contributing Editor: Jonathan Campbell Graphite is going to present a flurry of music this month. We know how busy choral directors and singers are as new school years and seasons approach. Enjoy the depth of our library as you search for just the right piece! Our Marketplace […]
Musica Viva NY Presents SOUNDSCAPES: Vocalist Shabnam Abedi & Musica Viva NY Soloists in Concert, Sep 29th
“Musica Viva NY: sounds of the city…with a commitment to new music and diverse composers, New York City choir Musica Viva NY is paving the way for daring collaborations” – Choir & Organ New York, NY (For Release 08.19.24) — New York City’s leading chamber choir, Musica Viva NY, launches its 2024-25 season with SOUNDSCAPES, […]
Autumnal Music from Graphite!
Autumnal Music Contributing Editor: Jonathan Campbell As we move into Autumn Air and begin dreaming of pumpkin spice, consider some seasonal musical flavors. Light of Late NovemberSATB div. a cappellaDale Trumbore Difficulty: “Light of Late November” sets Barbara Crooker’s poem Praise Song, which describes in vivid detail the simple beauty of an […]
Last Chance: 20% Off “Galaxias” – Offer Ends Soon
DEAR CHORAL FRIENDS, I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to let you know that there are just 3 days left to take advantage of a special 20% discount on “Galaxias,” a piece that has resonated deeply with many choirs and audiences alike. “Galaxias” explores the theme of unity—how, like stars in a vast galaxy, we […]
How many carols can be combined with the Pachelbel Canon bass line?
How many carols can be combined with the Pachelbel Canon bass line? Composer-arranger Paul Ayres offers three possible answers! Version I lasts 2’45” and quotes 18 carols Version II is 3’45” and features 25 carols Version III takes 8’45” and includes 86 carols (including Rutter’s Shepherd’s Pipe Carol, by kind permission of the composer) […]