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Canticum Chamber Choir, Brisbane, Australia, with director Emily Cox AM, specialises in presenting rarely heard works, new compositions, a cappella repertoire from around the globe, the music of JS Bach, and choral masterworks from the Renaissance to now.
“Sing the World”. Brisbane-based film, TV, instrumental, & choral composer @joetwistmusic.bsky.social wrote “Let me Sing the World” for Canticum in 2024. Inspired by themes of renewal and hope, this expressive choral work invites listeners to experience healing and joy amid life's challenges.
The Queensland Ballet presents "Messa da Requiem" in 2026 with Canticum Chamber Choir and Brisbane Chorale!
This will be the first production at QPAC's new Glasshouse Theatre. This is a professional collaboration of dizzying perfection!
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“Sing the World” – "Pro patria mori", by Brisbane composer Phillip Gearing, was born out of a visit by the composer to the grave in north-west France of his great-uncle who died of wounds in 1917, and viewing a powerful display of armed conflicts since 1950 at the Imperial War Museum in Manchester.
“Sing the World” – Antonio Estevez’s “Mata del Anima Sola” is characterised by contrast - a slow, meditative solo opening evoking solitude, vastness, mystery & an atmosphere of stillness, followed by a vibrant pulse of folk rhythm in which the choir provides the sound of the instruments.
"Sing the World" - Canticum is thrilled to perform a new 8-part composition by Slovenian Nana Forte, “O Oriens”. A choral singer herself, Forte has created rich harmonies, rhythmical flow, interwoven parts – a beautiful setting of a beautiful text, everything a choir and audience could wish for.
Sing the World - 30 years of Canticum. The traditional isiXhosa song "Indodana", arranged by South African composers Michael Barrett & Ralf Schmitt, mourns the crucifixion of Christ with haunting harmonies & spiritual depth making it one of the most emotionally resonant pieces in choral repertoire.
Morten Lauridsen’s "Sure on this Shining Night" is described as a meditation on kindness, peace & wonder. Written in solitude on Waldron Island in the far wildlands of Washington state, the piece speaks of healing, health, & awe — themes that resonate deeply in times of uncertainty and reflection.
Sing the World - 30 years of Canticum. "Ave Maris Stella" is by Norwegian composer Trond Kverno (b 1945). This compelling and atmospheric piece blends ancient medieval text, chant, and contemporary rhythmic styles, the contrasting styles making it a very expressive work.
Sing the World - 30 Years of Canticum.
Urmas Sisask (1960-2022) was a multi-award-winning Estonian composer with a keen interest in astronomy.
We’ll be performing his Benedictio, described as “ecstatic music— a cosmic dance of great ritual power.'
Canticum first performed this work in 1998.
Join us as we celebrate 30 years with founding director Emily Cox. "Sing the World" features works from around the globe, including our 2024 commission by @joetwistmusic.bsky.social. This is gorgeous repertoire, not to be missed!
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Dress rehearsal in the venue - the glorious St John's Cathedral, Brisbane. What a stunning acoustic to sing Pärt in! Come and hear his "Te Deum", along with two magnificent Bach motets this Sunday 1 June at 2pm.
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The meeting of two quality ensembles - our first run through of Pärt's "Te Deum" with Camerata Chamber Orchestra.
Come see us: Sunday 1 June, 2pm, St John's Cathedral.
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Emily Cox AM, Music Director, talks about the "Te Deum", featured in our upcoming 1 June Concert.
Beautiful collaborations make beautiful experiences. Canticum is thrilled to work with Camerata - Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra to perform Arvo Pärt's glorious "Te Deum" in the stunning space of St John's Cathedral.
Sunday 1 June, 2pm.
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Arvo Pärt and JS Bach - the perfect combination. Join Canticum at St John's Cathedral, Ann St, Brisbane on Sunday 1 June at 2pm for Pärt's "Te Deum" and two Bach motets. We welcome Camerata - Qld's Chamber Orchestra, for this glorious concert.
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Don't miss the bus! If you want to watch our concert of Sixten's "Stabat Mater" on Australian Digital Concert Hall, you need to BUY YOUR TICKET BEFORE 5.30pm BRISBANE TIME ON GOOD FRIDAY! You can watch for 7 days after that, but tickets close early. www.australiandigitalconcerthall.com#/item/136482
Mitchell Jones is a freelance clarinetist who works regularly with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.
The opening bars of Sixten's remarkable new setting of "Stabat Mater" are incredibly exposed, but Mitchell handles them like the professional he is - cool as a cucumber.
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Our friends and supporters all over the world can see the Australian premiere of Sixten's "Stabat Mater" via the Australian Digital Concert Hall at 5.30pm on Good Friday 18 April. Flexible viewing window, with tech help available.
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What an honour to work with these professional Brisbane freelance musicians! You'll kick yourself if you miss out on the Australian premiere of Fredrik Sixten's "Stabat Mater".
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Meet flautist Monika Koerner.
Monika appears often with groups like Camerata - Qld’s Chamber Orchestra, Ensemble Trivium, Queensland Symphony Orchestra, & Ensemble Q. Monika absolutely loves working with Canticum Chamber Choir and is super excited to perform the Australian premiere of Stabat Mater.
Meet Anne Fulton, alto soloist for "Stabat Mater". Anne's experience and her glorious voice make her the perfect choice for the Australian premiere of Fredrik Sixten's new work. Two performances, 16 and 18 April in Brisbane.
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Lucy Reeves has enjoyed a busy career, performing as Guest Principal Harpist with all the major Australian Symphony Orchestras for the past 25 years.
She's very excited to be performing Sixten's "Stabat Mater", not only because the music is so beautiful, but because it has such a great harp part!
Introducing our intrepid tenor soloist, Paul McMahon!
Canticum is thrilled to have Paul on board as we explore the fantastic new music of Fredrik Sixten's "Stabat Mater".
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We're thrilled to be presenting the Australian premiere of an exciting new work by Swedish composer Fredrik Sixten - his setting of the Stabat Mater. It's an honour to be the first in the country to bring this fantastic music to life!
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Keep up with our news, concerts and events via our website: www.canticum.org.au
We're excited to be on Bluesky! Canticum Chamber Choir, Brisbane, looks forward to building a following here, as we continue to bring top quality choral performances to Brisbane and beyond.
