By John Shryock WASHINGTON, D.C – Most Americans would agree that singing the national anthem is a symbol of patriotism, but what could possibly be the problem with singing it in the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol? A Montgomery, Ala. church choir found out the hard way during a trip to the nation’s capital. The […]
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Bruce Borton takes over Madrigal Choir of Binghamton
BINGHAMPTON, NY — The Madrigal Choir of Binghamton, the select chamber choral ensemble founded by Anne Boyer Cotten in 1978, has announced the selection of Dr. Bruce Borton as the next Artistic Director. Selected after a 20-month search process, Dr. Borton brings a great deal of experience to the podium. He’s Director of Choral activities […]
Victoria Wood stages choir’s story
By Ian Youngs LONDON, UK — In 1925, some 250 working class children from more than 50 schools across Manchester were recruited for a choir that would go down in musical history. They rehearsed twice a week, and by 1929 were deemed good enough to make a recording with the prestigious Halle Orchestra by its […]
Children’s Choir of Burlington, Ontario seeks director for Piccolos
The Children’s Choir of Burlington, Ontario, Canada is seeking a director for its youngest ensemble: Piccolo. The Piccolo group is pre-kindergarten and meets for thirty minutes on Wednesdays. Enrolment is limited to eight to ten per session with the parent in attendance. Coordination and movement are the focus along with vocal connection. Candidate must show […]
Dementia choir project hailed great success
By Madeleine Brindley CARDIFF, WALES, UK — A UNIQUE partnership between Welsh National Opera and people with dementia will culminate tonight with a one-off performance. For the last three months a group of more than 40 people with dementia from South Wales have been working with the opera company. Carers and family members have spoken […]
Josh Groban partners with Indianapolis Children’s Choir
Josh Groban, performing in concert on Tuesday July 12 at Conseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana will help raise funds for the Indianapolis Children’s Choir. A multi-platinum singer-songwriter, Josh Groban recently launched his Find Your Light Foundation in partnership with Americans for the Arts. This foundation will help raise funds for non-profit organizations located in […]