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Artist: Capella Antiqua
The music of the Renaissance is preserved through the performances of Capella Antiqua. Directed by Philip Thorby, the 16-piece group has resurrected the era's Franco, Flemish, and Italian music. Several members of Capella Antiqua also perform with the Ravenscroft Consort. ~ Craig Harris, All Music Guide [+] Read More
Artist: Capella Istropolitana
Formed by members of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, Capella Istropolitana has evolved from a chamber group to a full-size orchestra. Under the direction of Richard Edlinger, Capella Istropolitana has performed a diverse range of classical pieces. While their repertoire includes works by Handel, Vivaldi, and Telemann, Capella Istropolitana... [+] Read More
Artist: Capella Gregoriana
Artist: Capella Coloniensis
Artist: Apiyo Capella
Artist: Clemente Capella
Artist: Capella Antiqua Munchen
Thanks to the popularization of Gregorian Chant in the '90s, the Capella Antiqua Munchen, veterans of many early music recordings, re-released a 1966 album on Celestial Harmonies as Gregorian Chants. The choir is directed by Konrad Ruhland. ~ John Bush, All Music Guide [+] Read More
Artist: Bulgarian Capella Choir
Artist: Capella de Ministrers
Artist: Leipzig Capella Fidicinia
Artist: Russian State Symphony Capella
Artist: A Capella Angels
Artist: Mbube & Sotho A Capella Choirs
Artist: Sofia a Capella Male Choir
Artist: Miranda Sex Garden
This creatively named band was formed when the members were studying vocal music together and started busking in the streets of London. Madra, their first album, is largely a capella, and composed entirely of traditional British songs. Their later releases -- like 1993's Suspiria and 1994's Fairytales of Slavery -- saw the group moving in a more... [+] Read More
Artist: Antonio Teixeira
Teixeira was able to study in Rome from around 1717 until 1728. He retunred home to Lisbon and served in the Lisbon Patriarchal Cathedral. Compositions by Teixeira included a cantata, "Gli sposi fortunati," a twenty voice "Te Deum," and two masses, psalms, Lamentations and an a capella motet also scored with instruments. ~ Keith Johnson, All... [+] Read More
Artist: Rustavi Choir
Formed under the auspices of the folksong and dance group the Rustavi Company, the all-male Rustavi Choir (pronounced: roostahvi) has been sharing their love of Soviet Georgia's polyphonic vocal music for more than three decades. The choir's director, Anzor Erkomaishvili, a seventh generation performer, formed the group shortly after graduating... [+] Read More
Artist: Haragan y Cia
Mexican hard rock outfit Haragán y CĂa was formed by singer/guitarist Luis Alvarez and bassist Jaime RodrĂguez in 1989. The pair were joined by drummer Juan Brand and guitarist Paco Yescas soon after. The band's debut album, called Valedores Juveniles, was released in 1990. Rock Que Se Comparte and Haragan a Capella, Vol. 1 followed in 1991... [+] Read More
Artist: Corner-Pocket
Corner Pocket consists of one man ... all me recorded Bobby McFerrin-style, usually doing a'capella music - anything from doo-wop to barbershop to soul, rock, blues, folk, ... even opera. I also love taking instrumental hits and writing my own words to them - but you can hear those here. My non-vocal stuff can be a little weird, but give it a... [+] Read More
Artist: Waclawaz Szamotul
The most important compositions by this poet involved in the Protestant movement were his sacred polyphonic pieces. He mastered this technique bringing this Polish idiom of a capella music to its zenith. Szamotul was educated both at the Collegium Lubranscianum and at Krakow University, 1538. He worked for the governor of Troki, Lithuania as... [+] Read More
Artist: Tub-Ring
When you ask someone what type of music they listen to, the answer is most often, "I listen to everything". You then go over to their apartment or peruse their IPOD to find a bland collection that deviates little from a single genre. When you ask a band what type of music they play, you invariably get a confused look and an awkward reply along... [+] Read More
Artist: N'Harmony
The gospel music quartet N' Harmony consists of members Shane Dunlap, Craig O'Dell, Scott Rogers, and Kevin Waters. The band was originally formed by Dunlap and his late father, Steve, the latter remaining a member of N' Harmony until his untimely passing in 1999. The band pressed on however, signing to the Homeland label shortly thereafter, and... [+] Read More
Artist: Tam "Echo" Tam
The music and sounds of the earth are blended into the unique vocalizing of Brussels-based quartet Tam Echo Tam. While they've attracted attention with their harmonized soundscaping, incorporating improvisation, vocal games, and rhythmic echoing, the group has branched out to a diverse range of influences. Their 1995 debut album, A Capella,... [+] Read More
Artist: Washington Sisters
Once upon a time, two little girls stayed up through the night singing every song they knew. Years later, identical twins Sandra and Sharon Washington have taken their late-night ramblings and laughter on the road.
Bold. Joyful. The Washington Sisters bring an uplifting spirit of hope through their two albums, Understated (Iceberg Records, 1987)... [+] Read More
