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Extending Virtual Choir 3 Deadline By 24 Hours

Posted on February 1, 2012 at 10:12 am

We Broke Teh Internets!

Just as I feared (secretly hoped), so many people tried to upload their videos last night that we actually crashed the servers. So, so thrilling to see such passion and dedication from all of you. At time of this writing we are at 3242 videos from 71 different countries. (!) To make sure we get everyone who experienced technical difficulties, video submissions will be accepted until 11:00 a.m. GMT, 2nd February.

Woo hoo!

Having Technical Troubles Recording Your Virtual Choir Video?

Posted on January 30, 2012 at 1:04 pm

This may be your answer, courtesy the brilliant Jack Rowland:

If this doesn’t help, be sure to post on our very active and friendly Facebook page. Don’t let small tech issues keep you out of the fun – we need your voice!

A Fond Farewell

Posted on January 28, 2012 at 4:50 pm

A fond farewell to Phil Lawson, who performs tonight for the last time as a King’s Singer. 18 years, over 2,000 performances. An extraordinary singer, arranger and composer, Phil was one of a kind and will be truly missed. All the best in your new life, Phil!

The Two Masters Together: Norman Luboff and Eric Ericson

Posted on January 28, 2012 at 7:12 am

In 1971, Norman Luboff appeared with Eric Ericson‘s Swedish Radio Choir on a Swedish television documentary. It’s incredible to see the two giants of the field talking together, watching them work – there’s a palpable sense of excitement in their collaboration. And aside from the groovy 70′s duds, it’s great to see that a successful choral rehearsal still looks exactly the same: lots of laughter, bright eyes, healthy singing.

 

 

One Week Left!

Posted on January 24, 2012 at 7:34 pm

Eric Whitacre's Virtual Choir 3: Water Night‎

911 videos from 45 different countries thus far. ONE WEEK LEFT TO JOIN THE VIRTUAL CHOIR. MAKE HISTORY WITH US.

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    Extending Virtual Choir 3 Deadline By 24 Hours

  • Jon Fisher: WHOA!!!! @_@ COOOOL!!!

    • Having Technical Troubles Recording Your Virtual Choir Video?

  • Isaac Hoffman: Every time i try to go to the "record" page, it says that the servers on the site are overloaded...?
  • francesca: When I reviewed my video, the audio was, how do I know if you missed it?

    • A Fond Farewell

  • Eric: ABSOLUTELY, Phil! Now that you'll be here in London more often, we must get together soon. (And often).
  • Philip Lawson: Hey, thanks Eric. I'm happy to report the concert was a resounding success (and I didn't cry!!). Hope to see more of you in my new life - cheers, Phil.
  • Jon Fisher: What a GREAT version of Greensleeves! I have always loved this piece dearly and I love and respect the Kings Singers even more for doing something so unique and creative. Bravo to such fine music! Thank you for sharing.

    • The Two Masters Together: Norman Luboff and Eric Ericson

  • Jon Fisher: I have always loved Eric Ericson's music and especially the music he did with swedish ensemble groups like The Real Group. What a fascinating video. Thanks for sharing!

    • One Week Left!

  • Bill Morrison: It looks like the web site is overwhelmed - it's what I get for procrastination, I suppose . If you extend the deadline a few more days, I bet you will get a bunch more recordings. Do let us know!?! I will check back tomorrow - fingers crossed. Bill (Little Rock, AR)
  • Patton Rice: Hi old friend, I procrastinated and am trying to upload my bass addition to your virtual Water Night, but the site is experiencing difficulty. I'll try a few more times tonight and hope for the best. Here's hoping this is your best virtual effort yet. Patton
  • Nadine Poirier: Hi Eric, Any chance you will be extending the deadline for Virtual Choir 3 (a few weeks)? I am trying to get a "decent" webcam that can capture video and audio (the one I currently have is outdated and not very clear... so I am scrambling).. oh well, my fault I guess for procrastinating, but

    • Soaring Leap: Columbus; May 3rd, 2012

  • Noah: FLIPPING OUT! LUV U SO MUCH! Hope to see u there!

    • The European Premiere of The Chelsea Carol, Jan. 25, 2012

  • Richard Anderson: Hello Mr. Whitacre, I have been a fan of your music since hearing Ghost Train in 2001 but have been unable to attend a live performance of your work until this evening's service at Sidney Sussex. You were too inundated with other well-wishers to shake your hand afterwards, but I wanted to extend my congratulations
  • Val Lanagan: I was in Sydney Sussex chapel this evening especially to listen to the Chelsea Carol. I found it very sombre and moving as well as beautifully sung. I would like to know where I could find the words.

    • Please, Don’t Wait

  • Anna Eva: I'm afraid it has happened... keep getting "server is not responding" and "a fatal error has occured" when I try to record. I'll be so sad if I cannot be in the virtual choir this time, this is one of my favorite choir pieces...

    • Defending John Williams

  • David Johnson: What I like bout this is the fact you stood up and spoke to JW's defense in a surefire solid way. In this case it really did take one to know one. The way you wrote that did not attack any of the people who criticized him, just firmly stated your view. Nicely done.

    • Virtual Choir 3

  • singa: Can I find Eric conducting the VC3 song on youtube already?

    • E.E. Cummings Reads His "i thank You God for most this amazing day"

  • Lisa Downey: I am in the middle of a series of paintings based on e.e. cummings poems. I paint the words on top of an abstract picture. It's wonderful to hear the words that I've been focusing on -- and in such incredibly beautiful music! Congratulations!!

    • Advice for the Emerging Composer: Competitions

  • Kerri Powles: I too am simply amazed at you not winning any competitions! Your amazing. I play your music a lot, and my daughter has had the pleasure of having you conduct one of your choral pieces (Sleep) to her Cardiff University Choir. I also compose my own music, and would love to be pointed in the right

    • Two New E.E. Cummings Settings (With Recording!)

  • Eric: Andrea, I'm afraid it hasn't been recorded. But there are some youtube videos I like, me performing them live in Hamburg. Cheers!
  • Andrea Bonamico: Working on this set with two of my groups right now and I would love a recommendation on recordings to purchase if available. Thank you, Andrea Bonamico