![]() The group collaborates frequently with diverse orchestras, soloists and cultural entities, and has received more than twenty awards in international competitions. Its concerts,praised by critics, define its trajectory highlighted by quality, originality and innovation. Since its inception, Vocalia Taldea has been invited to a large number of festivals and circuits in Spain and Europe (Italy, France, Ireland, Belgium, and others). ![]() This commitment has led Vocalia Taldea to commission and debut more than a dozen works to authors from around the world, collaborating closely with a large number of composers. Likewise, it carries out intense research work on the repertoire of the XX and XXI centuries and incorporates new musical creations thanks to the contribution of avant-garde composers, which enables innovation and expansion of the expressive potential of the group. Vocalia Taldea preferably performs a cappella music, from classical to contemporary music, both Basque and international. Their risky programming and careful staging make the group a reference in the current choral performance scene. Vocalia Taldea currently consists of around 36 singers from Araba/Álava, Bizkaia, Gipuzkoa,Navarra and the Rioja, with extensive experience in the world of choral performance. The project is focused on the firm intention of creating a stable vocal group that offers a repertoire that, for reasons of musical and vocal demand, is not usually interpreted. ![]() Created by the initiative of its current director, Basilio Astulez, Vocalia Taldea is a project which embodies the pursuits and musical concerns of young women from the Basque Country. #Vocalia chamber choir jamie burrit professionalThe Chamber Choir, photographed from the choir loft, performing two different arrangements of "Dona Nobis Pacem" by Caroline Mallonee and Persis Parshall Vehar.The female vocal group Vocalia Taldea began its professional career in 2000. Barbara Holender (holding program) wrote the text for Cary Ratcliff's "Praise God for the Breath of Life." to r.) Persis Parshall Vehar, Roland Martin, Cary Ratcliff and Martin Wimmer were in attendance. ![]() Vocalis Director James Burritt (left front) and members of The Vocalis Chamber Choir take a final bow.Īmong the Western New York composers whose works were featured in the concert, (l. Vocalis performed Roland Martin's "Ave Maria, O Auctrix Vitae."Ī portion of the Chorus after they performed Marty Wimmer's "Songs for the People." The Chamber Choir performed Michael Slon's composition, "I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life," with words based on John 14:1, 4-6. Vocalis opened with Marty Wimmer's "Peace," featuring flautist Mackenzie Bradley. Music Committee member, Judy Casassa, welcomed our performers, composers and audience members. On Sunday, March 18, 2012, The Vocalis Chamber Choir presented “Choral Compositions from Buffalo and Beyond,” a diverse and entertaining mix from their repertoire showcasing composers with a local connection, including Dale Adelman, Caroline Mallonee, Roland Martin, Robert Paterson, Cary Ratcliff, Michael Slon, Persis Vehar and Marty Wimmer.īenjamin Stayner, who provided cello accompaniment for Roland Martin's "Advent." ![]()
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Marty Wimmer
3/28/2023 10:26:45 am
Thank you so much for performing my music! I’m honored!
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