Exactly 300 years ago after it was first composed for harpsichord, a new SATB choral arrangement of François Couperin’s “The Mysterious Barricades” is now available. I’ve been hypnotized by this piece since I first heard it performed back in college, with its kaleidoscopic and weaving melodies and harmonies, its many suspensions, as well as its […]
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Choral Potpourri: Choral Ethics; Preaching to the Choir
“It is no use walking anywhere to preach unless our walking is our preaching.” Francis of Assisi I receive quite a few emails with people’s thoughts about my Choral Ethics project. Some folks tell me they are not exactly sure what Choral Ethics is, but will know it when they see it. Some tell me […]
Primary Choir leader
St. John’s Church (Episcopal), Cold Spring Harbor, NY, seeks a maternity leave replacement for its Primary Choir/Children’s Chapel music leader, from September through November 26, 2017. The Primary Choir includes children from Kindergarten through third grade. Duties include leading rehearsals on Wednesdays from 4:30 until 5:15 (followed by a light snack); leading music at the […]
Primary Choir leader
St. John’s Church (Episcopal), Cold Spring Harbor, NY, seeks a maternity leave replacement for its Primary Choir/Children’s Chapel music leader, from September through November 26, 2017. The Primary Choir includes children from Kindergarten through third grade. Duties include leading rehearsals on Wednesdays from 4:30 until 5:15 (followed by a light snack); leading music at the […]
Open Call for Singers – Christmas Concert with regional choir, brass quintet, timpani and pipe organ
Be a part of what promises to be one of the most moving and fun holiday concerts you will experience. This year’s “Christmas Concert – Festival of Carols” will feature a combined regional choir, brass quintet, timpani, pipe organ, piano and bells. This exciting standing-room-only event–-held in a beautiful, historic gothic church straight out of […]
Portland Choir & Orchestra Auditions
Announcing choir auditions for Portland Choir & Orchestra, in its 13th Season. Auditions on August 31 and September 7. See our videos here. http://portlandensign.org/how-to-join/ The Portland Choir & Orchestra was formed in 2005 with the mission to bring quality music to the Portland area by a combination of professional and highly skilled avocational musicians. PCO […]