Our newest download on Youtube is a personal favourite from our St. Barnabas Spring 2016 concert.
"In Remembrance" is a gorgeous contemporary composition by Eleanor Daley, a Canadian composer of choral music.
The words are from the poem, "Do not stand at my grave and weep" by Elizabeth Frye.
This was a poignant song for both myself and Pete. It was the poem we chose for my Mother's funeral service back in 2010. It takes a lot of focus to sing it, but reminds me of her kindness and her gentle personality.
Mom was our biggest fan, attending concerts until she could no longer go out. I hope you love listening to this song as much as I love singing it.
We are an a cappella group, formed in 1977 by director Pierre Massie. The Stairwell Carollers have been ranked amongst the best of Ontario choirs in both the 2010 and 2013 Ontario Music Festival Association competitions.
A non-profit organization, the Stairwell Carollers chorus raises funds for local charities through concert, CD and cookbook sales.
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Audio: Tom Barnes. Recorded at St. Barnabas Church, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, June 4th, 2016.
Videographers: Luc Nugent. Kolin Casagrande
Editing: Pierre Massie
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Lovely, such a beautiful connection to your mom.
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