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2/9 National Top 3 A cappella Sensation Solstice Performs

2008-02-06T06:12:21Z

National Top 3 A cappella Sensation to Serenade the Center
Fresh from Recording CD #3, Solstice Promises to Shine

San Geronimo – Following two sold-out standing ovation concerts at San Geronimo in as many years it’s hard to imagine how this year’s a cappella performance by Solstice could please the audience any more. The female septet will again select from a repertoire of 16 languages and 9 centuries including world folk, pop, classical and more in their concert on Saturday, February 9th at 8pm at the San Geronimo Valley Community Center, 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd in San Geronimo 9 miles west of San Rafael. With selections ranging from Finnish, Macedonian & Japanese Folk, Bluegrass and Jazz as well as music from Palestrina, Joni Mitchell, Aretha Franklin, Edith Piaf and Bjork including original arrangements and original music, the 12-year old ensemble keeps stretching their limits.

“Our audiences have been enthralled by Solstice,” says Community Center event programmer Hannah Doress, “I’m proud to have introduced them to our community and I’m amazed at how they have reached a completely new level of musicianship this year.” Solstice has also reached a new level of visibility and recognition – first winning the 2007 San Francisco Regional Harmony Sweepstakes a cappella competition and award for best original arrangement (for Becca Burrington’s arrangement of Joni Mitchell’s song Blue) in San Francisco and then placing in the top 3 at the legendary national Harmony Sweeps which took place in San Rafael in a packed Civic Center auditorium this May. Not content to rest on these laurels the hard-working group hit the studio and is just completing their new album. While the CD will not be pressed in time for the Marin performance, attendees will receive free shipping for any CDs they order. “We’re thrilled to come back to the Community Center again and I love performing in my home community,” says Fairfax’s Emily Bender, a soprano who joined Solstice in 2004 and who is also a nutrition consultant and owner of the Fairfax-based Nutrition for the Whole Family, “We love the audiences that come to see us in San Geronimo and are excited to again premiere a new song for them.”

In the past the versatile group has tied for a runner-up slot in the 2001 A Capella Community Awards with the internationally famous Sweet Honey in the Rock (Solstice’s repertoire includes Sweet Honey song “Stay”), they’ve been seen at Freight and Salvage, Trinity Chamber Music Series, Noe Valley Ministries and many other venues. Members have performed in Carnegie Hall at the invitation of Meredith Monk, with Yo-Yo Ma, and have sung in the Tanglewood Festival Chorus, with the Grammy-nominated Pacific Mozart Ensemble and at the Aspen Festival. Advance ticket purchase recommended. Find out more about Solstice or listen to their music at www.SolsticeSings.com.

This event has a high likelihood of selling out again and we recommend, but do not require, advance ticket purchase. Please order your will call tickets by clicking on the green "Buy Tickets Now" link at http://www.sgvcc.org/artsevents/centerevents.html. Or if you prefer, bring or send in your check today to Hannah Doress SGVCC Box 194 San Geronimo CA 94963. Make checks out to SGVCC and put Solstice in the check note and tell me how many tix you need. All our tickets are held under your name at will call (ignore the credit card system's implication that we will mail tix to you, they'll be at the door). Please call 415-488-8888 or visit www.sgvcc.org <http://www.sgvcc.org/> for more information.

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Tuva Camp 2008

2007-11-17T21:06:49Z

Dear Friends

Thank you for your interest to our music.

Last summer we held a throat singing camp in Tuva.

We had 14 students from around the world - 8 of them were from the US, 2 from Australia
2 from Denmark, 1 from France, 1 from England.
After arriving in Tuva, the students spent 1 week in Kyzyl, the capital city.
They were able to see many tourist attractions, see a Tuvan shaman,
and attend the Naadym - National Harvest Celebration.

The students then went on to spend 1 week in the deep taiga, with members of the Tuvan throat singing group Chirgilchin,
learning various styles of throat singing, traditional Tuvan instruments, as well as the Tuvan language.

This summer, we are trying to get 2 groups to go to Tuva again, in either June or July.

Please let me know if you have any further questions.

Please check our photos made by Russell Roesner - our student.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/bertdanger/sets/72157602427847575/

Thank you
Alexander

www.purenaturemusic.com
www.chirgilchin.com

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mic recommendations?

2007-10-06T20:33:41Z

hi - anyone have recommendations for portable, wireless mics that don't cost a thousand bucks? i/we would use them for performance, not for recording.

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My first CD project

2007-03-21T05:25:43Z

I recorded my first CD of all A Capella tunes. My songwriting friends said they thought it was gutsy. But I had the voice to pull it off.
the music is ballads and chants. tell me what you think. I need reviews and testimonials if anyone is into it. thanks. jeanie
www.jeananthony.net

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pitch questions

2007-02-06T22:06:37Z

i sing in an a capella eastern european group and we have one singer who has a really wonderful voice but has pitch problems. so here is the question - can one learn to stay in tune? or at least improve one's tuning? if so, how? I feel like it might be one of those you have it or you don't things, but I'd love to be proven wrong.

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Any Scottish Gaelic Singers In The OKC Area?

2007-02-01T01:19:17Z

I can't believe I'm the only one...

Anyway, I'm a member of a group named Mac-Talla in The Washington, DC area, ( The original one; not the secondary group in Scotland, now disbanded. ), and a past National Award winner, ( I took third place first time out at The Scottish Mod in Ligoner, PA a few years back tying with past gold medal winners, [ There's more to this story. ] ), and it would be fun to create a group here in Oklahoma too.

Most Old Traditional Scottish songs were sung A Cappella whilst the performer was working, ( weaving, cooking, spinning, harvesting, etc. ), as well as performed this way for dance music. Nothing stops a Scott. After our fiddles and pipes were taken away as instruments of war and of the devil, we sang "Mouth Music". If no one joins me, I'll still not stop. However, I don't allow audiences in the shower. ;o)

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Anyone know a good a capella folk solo for a wedding?

2006-10-09T05:53:13Z

Hi
I'm supposed to sing as part of a ceremony for a wedding that has a folk theme. All the a capella folk solos I know are sad. Anyone know one about love or commitment that is NOT religious?

Thanks for your help!
Barbara

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Any barbershoppers?

2006-04-12T05:06:53Z

I'm looking for barbershop conversation. Is there a barbershop tribe?

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Bay Area a cappella group The Richters Scales looking for basses

2006-03-17T20:50:24Z

The Richter Scales are searching for experienced vocalists to join them on their funfilled romp through the candy-colored world of a cappella. We're a group of approximately 16 guys between the ages of 25 and 35 who sing original arrangements and songs. Our style encompasses jazz, pop, and motown with an emphasis on entertaining audiences, displaying strong musicianship, and having a lot of fun doing whatever it is we're doing. Past performances have included the San Francisco Film Festival, the San Francisco Symphony, and the Harmony Sweepstakes as well as our own series of public concerts.

We only rehearse once a week in San Francisco (with the occasional compromise rehearsal on the peninsula), so strong reading skills and prior a cappella experience is encouraged.

We're looking for basses in particular (below the staff preferred), but will consider all voice parts.

For more information (and some sound clips), check out
www.richterscales.com

Feel free to forward this to any interested parties and have them contact me directly at bmrosen_at_alumni_dot_princeton_dot_edu

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looking for 2 tenors in San Diego

2006-03-13T20:48:58Z

Hello from sunny San Diego!

I'm searching for an a capella tribe based out of San Diego. Does anybody know of one? I'm in a madrigal group in San Diego that is expanding it's rep ) (adding sacred choral,jazz, and americana) and adding singers. This is the only group I've found so far pertaining to the subject of a capella music.

If you know of any singers in San Dieog, who are not in the opera chorus, please forward this post to them! We're having one heck of a time finding tenors!

Thanks for any help, and I look forward to reading your posts, and possibly meeting some of you if I travel north, or any of you travel south.

Luscious

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philly area a cappella?

2005-11-22T00:39:53Z

any philly/s. jersey area groups or singers?

i like to listen... but i'm also thinking about getting back into it.

let me know!

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What is your favorite...

2005-09-29T23:32:00Z

My favorite A'Cappella/Folk song is:
May the Circle Be Unbroken.

Do you know this song? What is your favorite song (at the moment...)? I know, everyones favorites change as the day goes on... so whats your favorite at the moment?

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The Groove House: Live Music Concert Series

2005-08-14T19:29:01Z

THE GROOVE HOUSE is an exclusive live music concert, networking event, followed by an after party. Since April 10, 2005, its goal has been to provide a stimulating environment where aspiring & talented musicians & vocalists can display their talents in front of influential members of the music industry & society at large. Our vision is to be the premiere venue for new artists, music industry professionals, & discerning members of society who want quality entertainment every fourth Friday at Club Damani. All participants gain exposure via physical flyers, internet, various publications. Be on the lookout for The Groove House, as we hit the road, possibly in your town.

Emage Entertainment, via The Groove House is bringing together professionals. The Black Lily was the premiere venue that brought representatives of industry, from far and near. Today Philly has a new Emage. Join us in our trek to establish history.

PS There is a model search for 2006 Vixen Calender via Emage Entertainment Group

Solomon Williams
Emage Entertainment Group, Inc. - COO
Star Talent Productions - Public Relations
215 253-9254 Cell
Solomon@TheGrooveHouse.com
www.TheGrooveHouse.com

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Are you a true bass?

2005-04-20T17:40:37Z

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The EDLOS a cappella quartet is looking for a new bass. After 17 years, our bass is retiring from the
EDLOS, so the search has begun for his replacement!

What we're looking for:

- A true bass. Comfortable singing bass lines, leads, and using a falsetto.
- Someone with experience in both "pop" and classical music. Experience in jazz a plus.

- Experience in a very broad range of musical styles a huge plus.
- Experience in small ensemble a cappella singing.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Ability to read music extremely well.
- Ability to arrange music for men's quartet a big plus.
- Some vocal percussion ability a plus.
- Ability to do vocal "instruments" a plus.
- Ability to interact well with audience.
- Sense of humor a must.
- Ability to "go with the flow."
- Must reside in the Greater SF Bay Area.

Job Description:

- Initially learning and memorizing a large volume of songs.
- Committing to one to two rehearsals per week, daytime rehearsals preferred.
- Being as available as possible for gigs as they come up. We all make a commitment to give priority to
EDLOS' bookings. We try to keep our performance calendars clear so that we are all available as jobs
come along.
- Must be available for short tours (usually 5 days max).
- Taking on other responsibilities in the group beyond performance responsibilities. (Possible examples:
graphics work, mailings, equipment storage, trip planning, etc.). Specifics will be based on interest
and capabilities. Initially, though, learning all the music will be work enough!
- Concerts require not only performance, but help with set-up/breakdown/ loading of P.A. system,
set-up/preparation of props and costumes, etc.
- Willingness to be a little zany. The EDLOS have a very theatrical presentation that includes wigs, hats,
costumes (sometime outrageous) and various props.
- Availability for unpaid promotional gigs such as live radio appearances and singing national anthems at
sporting events (little known fact: The EDLOS sang the last national anthem ever performed at a Golden
State Warriors' home playoff game).

Who are the EDLOS??
The EDLOS are a professional touring group with a long history of performing. The group has produced
8 CD's. At this point the group performs roughly 25-35 concerts per year. Most of these dates are in the
Greater Bay Area, some of them are out of state touring dates. The repertoire of the group covers a broad
range of music from classical to country to rock to originals that mix a number of styles of music. To find out
more about the group, go to www.theedlos.com.
______________________________

If you are interested, please do the following:

Write us a short cover letter / cover e-mail stating why you'd want to be an EDLO. Include a copy of your
resumeŽ. If responding by e-mail, if possible please include resume as both an attachment and as part of
the actual e-mail.

Send e-mail to: theedlos@knudsenproductions.com

You can also respond by mail to:

The EDLOS
c/o Knudsen Productions
1737 Blake St.
Berkeley, CA, 94703

Please be sure to include your telephone contact information so that we can call you to set up an audition
if need be.

Please feel free to pass this announcement along to anyone who you think might be interested in this possibility.

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If you've ever played Nintendo games...

2005-04-16T05:50:22Z

http://gprime.net/video.php/nintendothemesacappella

'bout died when they got to Tetris...

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Rennaisance/Baroque a cappella?

2005-03-12T19:58:56Z

Does anyone know of any a cappella works by Bach or any Rennaisance/Baroque German composers for between 2 and 4 voices in any combination?

I'm doing the Bach tour with my Choir this summr, and would like to prepare a little extra music to sing with friends. I did a similar thing on an italian tour a few years ago. Put together a quartet of friends and brought along a few motets and just sang in front of churches or wherever we could. Great fun. I'm having trouble finding anything that would be good for this trip. Thanks in advance for any help!

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i dub thee...

2004-12-24T06:24:43Z

the deadest tribe ever.

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There is also a new BOBS tribe

2004-12-14T23:50:24Z

thebobs.tribe.net

You go now.

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There is a new Machaut tribe!

2004-12-09T23:01:55Z

machaut.tribe.net

Come join the fun as we talk about the great Machaut, both his music and his writing. If you've ever sung any Machaut, I'd especially like you to join!

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east european vocal music

2004-12-09T00:04:13Z

hi--

i'm interested in balkan and slavic women's vocal music. is there a group or class in LA specializing in this genre?

thanks

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2004-11-05T18:45:12Z

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Josquin Des Pres

2004-04-27T00:30:19Z

Josquin works really well for just about every situation except maybe sex. And that might be negotiable.
On Holy Thurdsday/Maundy Thursday I went to a church in Manhattan that ended the Service with the Miserere Mei of Allegri. Most people do not know this work by the composer name, which is obscure at best, but the work is often oddly familiar to people who have listened to classical radio over the years. It split into 3 choirs: 1 men plainchant, and two mixed antiphonal choirs in a big church with two galleries. It was the most magnificent a capella experience of the entire year. So if you get a chance to hear the work, imagine it broken into 3 choirs.

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