New Commissioned Works for Nathaniel Dett Choral – Koerner Hall Concert
On Wednesday May 27th, 2015, six new commissioned Aaron Jensen works will be premiered by the Nathaniel Dett Chorale at the glorious, Koerner Hall.
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Crossroads Released
Cantor Eric Moses and the Ruach Singers launch their debut CD, “Crossroads” on March 23rd, 2016. Led by Beth Sholom Artist-in-Residence, Aaron Jensen, The Ruach Singers offer a new take on the traditional Jewish choral sound, with style cues from contemporary jazz/pop a cappella and modern world music. Crossroads was produced and edited by Jensen,…
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From Sea to Sea
I am very pleased to announce the imminent release of my new album! From Sea to Sea is a collection of original vocal and choral works that I have composed between 2007 and 2013, setting the text of poets from every province and territory of Canada. This song cycle premiered at Harbourfront Centre in May,…
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United Kingdom – HO!
Countermeasure is very excited for our upcoming U.K. tour with concerts at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Big Burns Supper – Dumfries, and of course, the London A Cappella Festival, where we will both present our own showcase concert as well as share the stage with our old pals, the inimitable, Swingle Singers.
Artist-in-Residence Appointment
2015 kicked off with my new appointment as Artist-In-Residence for Beth Sholom Synagogue. I have been developing specialized vocal repertoire for the Beth Sholom Ruach Singers for the past year, with plans to record and produce an album for the ensemble by mid-year. It’s been a fantastic partnership and I am excited to work more closely with…
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Countermeasure CARAs
Countermeasure is excited to announce that our debut album, “14 Characters”, was nominated for 4 CARA Awards! The CARA Awards (Contemporary A cappella Recording Awards) acknowledge the best in vocal music around the world. Two of the nominations are for best album, and two are for Jensen originals: “14 Characters” and “Opera Somnia”. The nominations are for: -Best Jazz…
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