December 2015

Classical Christmas Concerts | Victoria, Nanaimo

It was an especially bright holiday season of festive music and feelings when our eighty talented singers performed yuletide songs from around the world. In 2015 the Concert featured the beautiful, rare music that fills people with warmth and joy during long Scandinavian winters. The Choir was thrilled to be joined by special guests from Denmark – The Irene Becker Trio – and to perform the exclusive Canadian premiere of “In the Star, Sparkling in Darkness”! The stunning new composition highlights the time of Advent and the Winter Solstice.

 

Lights Across Canada | Victoria

As the nation got ready to celebrate the holidays, our singers performed at the Parliament Building, festooned with thousands of cheerful lights.

 

November 2015

Special Appearance: St Cecilia’s Day Concert | Victoria

To celebrate music’s patron, we joined performers at Christ Church Cathedral for an open house day of songs, bells, melodies, and more wonderful “sounding” entertainment.

 

Remembrance Day Ceremonies | Victoria

At the Royal BC Museum, the Choirs sang of peace and of moments from our past that are a reminder of the freedom we enjoy today.

 

June 2015

Oak Bay Tea Party Parade

We “floated” along to our best season songs, and a few playful pieces, to share choral music with the crowds.

 

World of Song – Season Finale Concert | Victoria, BC

Songs of freedom, peace, and nostalgia can transcend time and space. We celebrated the captivating legacies of many composers, historic moments, and rich cultures from around the world. Featuring: Classical, contemporary, and folk music from 2015 Choir Tours. At the season finale concert, Concert and Apprentice Choirs showcase the music that inspired their learning, training, and passion for music. Sung in: English, French, Hebrew, Latin, Zulu, French, Norwegian, and Haida.

 

May 2015

Veteran’s Candlelight Ceremony | Esquimalt, BC

A complimentary evening performance in tribute for military forces.

 

International Choir Tour – “Bridging Generations” | The Netherlands

Members of our Concert Choir, and alumni singers, travelled to the Netherlands to mark the 70th anniversary of WWII Liberation. Canada has a significant legacy in the history of the region, which our singers helped remember with cultural visits and performances to Soesterberg, Assen, Arnhem, Groesbeek, Holten, and Amsterdam.

 

Choir Tour – Chemainus Community Concert | Chemainus, BC

The Apprentice Choir gave a free community concert for all ages to enjoy the music of Bach, Cesar Frank, American folk artists, and more classical to contemporary composers. Sung in Latin, German, Hebrew, and English.

 

“Bridging Generations” Send-off Soiree, Netherlands Tour | Victoria, BC

Before we shared our songs in the Netherlands, we revealed Tour music with our families, supporters and local community. Thanks to all who attended this special evening of songs performed in many languages, including Latin, Dutch, Norwegian, Haida, and English.

 

February 2015

Anthem Night – Victoria Royals Home Game | Victoria, BC

On Family Day in BC, we enjoyed quality time with our Apprentice Choir, the Victoria Royals, and fans as we performed the home game National Anthem. Hockey never sounded so good.

 

Pacific Baroque Festival | Victoria, BC

The highlight of the new year was celebrating music of the past. At the Pacific Baroque Festival, our Concert Choir performed the incredible music of Handel, accompanied by the Pacific Baroque Orchestra (with the first-ever inclusion of trumpets and timpani). The live presentation included the famous “Zadok The Priest” Coronation Anthem, and the rare “Ode To St Cecelia”.