Oratorio choruses were added to hymns, and often even the sermon ... of some 450 singers to victory in the National Music Union Brass and Choral Event of 1872. This triumph was in no way ...

It is based on, and embellishes, the ancient Latin plainsong hymn Ave maris stella (a song in praise of the Virgin Mary). Plainsong - one of the earliest forms of Western church music - consists ...

Andrew Robinson is assistant conductor of the Chamber Singers of Iowa City and is completing his Doctor of Musical Arts in ...

Whyte's choir sang for various dignitaries from Britain who visited colonial Nigeria. Some say that the Queen of England also became aware of his music, and once requested his hymns to be played ...

"Both Prince Harry and Ms Markle have taken a great deal of interest and care in choosing the music for their service, which will include a number of well-known hymns and choral works." The music ...

Christmas concert in St. John’s celebrates Inuit culture, language and tradition through music. Inuk soprano Deantha Edmunds teaches the hymns that Nunatsiavimuit have sung for more than 200 years in ...

Its lyrics highlight music’s unique ... their voices in weekly hymns, anthems, and spiritual songs. This year, consider taking the opportunity to join a local choir or attend one of the many ...

“Although carols and gospel music used to be written ... it is but natural that these hymns are adapted for our languages and cultures,” explained Moses. The ABC choir is about 30 members ...