An early blog from the first day of concerts at the National ACDA Convention in Miami.I heard the University of Houston Concert Choir today and I want to "tell the world" that they were absolutely stunning.
In my opinion, they had it all:
- balanced, rounded program
- superb technique
- musically interpreted
- emotionally moving
If you ever have the opportunity, take a listen to Houston's Concert Choir conducted by Betsy Cook Weber. It was my first time to meet her and hear the group sing. I hope it isn't my last.
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Another outstanding event was the Music and Worship night at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral. The Palmer Memorial Episcopal Church Choir, Calvin College Alumni Choir and scads of conventioners compised an incredible sound at Trinity. Each division R&S chair for Music and Worship night conducted works utilizing the congregation as choir, including the Dawson "There is a balm". Dr. Paul Aitken, National Chair, shared some of his hymn arrangements and a benediction. The singing was as you'd expect—vibrant and energetic, especially on the hymns. One disappointment was the brass ensemble, missing several notes and having some intonation issues.
The choir that took my breath away was the National Lutheran Choir on Saturday. Simply extraordinary in every regard.
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