These guys turn 50 this year. Obviously none of them is 50 years old, but if you don't know this group, then you should get to know them. Formed in 1968, this all six-piece male vocal ensemble have made a name for their stunning singing, ranging from Renaissance polyphony to arrangement of more current hits. For me, I have always loved going through the huge numbers of arrangements that they have made available to us. Most of them are really approachable by the amateur ensemble, and over the years, some of their arrangements have become real Vocal Ensemble favourites. I try to make a point of teaching And So it Goes to every cohort, and this, along with Lonesome Road and She's Always a Woman will remain very dear to past and present members' hearts. The King's Singers have recently released Gold , a three-album compilation to celebrate their 50th Anniversary. Listen to it here . Vocal Ensemble, I look forward to taking you to their concert in January. ...
Congratulations to Emily Almond, Emma Doherty, Anna Fordham and Hannah Perryman who have gained places in the Youth Music Voices Ensemble, the youth choir who will perform during London 2012's Cultural Olympiad. Over 2000 students from 16-21 from all over the UK took part in workshops and auditions, and the panel have now narrowed down the applicants to a choir of only 120 students. This is a magnificent achievement for our students and we look forward to following their progress throughout this exciting project. Well done! 