Dr. Julian Ackerley

Review: On this recording the Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus sings sacred music from the Renaissance through the twentieth century. This CD includes many great pieces such as, "Panis Angelicus" by Cesar Frank, "Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring" by J.S. Bach and "Erhore mich, wenn ich rufe" by Heinrich Schutz. Led by Julian Ackerley, the choir is accompanied by Douglas Bush on organ, Lisa Lemay on piano and the Southwest String Quartet. This recording features some truly heavenly songs.

Songlist: Gloria - A Choral Fanfare, O. Praise God in His Holiness, Panis angelicus, Erhore mich, wenn ich rufe, O Domine esu Christe, Cantata: Liebster, meie Seele saget, O Domine Jesu Christe, An die Musik, All People Clap Your Hands, Exsultate justi in Domino, Laudate Pueri Dominum, Dixit Dominus (II mvt.), Jesu, the Very Thought of Thee, Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, BWV 147

Review: This recording features the sounds of the holiday season as expressed through the beautiful voices of the Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus. It includes some of America's most loved holiday songs. This highly acclaimed choir sings "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" by Eddie Pola and George Wyle, John Rutter's "Candlelight Carol," "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" and many more. You will enjoy listening to these holiday treasures.

Songlist: It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (Eddie Pola, George Wyle), Candlelight Carol (John RUtter), God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen (Trad), Shehechanyu (Trad Hebrew Prayer), Hanukkah Song (Yiddish Folksong), Christ Is Born Today (Kirby Shaw), Agnus Dei (from MIssa Brevis in C minor) (Imant Raminsh), Do You Hear What I Hear (Noel Regney, Gloria Shayne), Fum, Fum, Fum (Trad Spanish Carol), The Christmas Song (Mel Torme, Robert Wells), White Christmas, There Is No Christmas Like A Home Christmas (Mickey J. Addy, Carl Sigman), Home for the Holidays (Al Stillman), Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas (Hugh Martin, Ralph Blaine), Jingle Bells (J. Pierpont), We Wish You A Merry Christmas (Trad English Carol)

Review: This recording is a collection of contemporary songs of enlightenment. A mixture of classical compositions and popular songs which matches the pure sound of young male voices with some of America's most inspiring songs, including "The Wind Beneath My Wings" arranged by Jeffrey Haskell, "Come Let's Be Merry" by James Mulholland, "Over the Rainbow" and "Let There Be Praise" arranged by Ed Lojeski. These songs come with a message of hope and enlightenment.

Songlist: Send Me a Child, Joyfully Sing, The Wind Beneath My Wings, Hero (, Come Let's Be Merry, Love in Any Language, The Greatest Love of All, Over the Rainbow (, When You Wish Upon A Star, Let There Be Praise, We Are the Young, My Heart Will Go On, That's When the Music Takes Me

Review: Since its initiation in 1939, the TABC has long established itself as a quality community choir with international acclaim, that combines high artistic quality with an incredibly diverse repertoire. One genre that has garnered worldwide attention is the Choir's signature western repertoire, representing the rich history of the American cowboy. Included in these14 songs are traditional tunes like "Sing Me a Song of the Saddle," "Home on the Range" and "Riders in the Sky," and contemporary selections like Willie Nelson's deathless "On the Road Again," "Don't Rock the Jukebox," and "Boot Scootin' Boogie." Added bonuses are 4 African songs performed on their four week tour to South Africa, "Adiemus," "Singabahambayo," "Haleluya! Pelo Tsa Rona," and the beautiful "Siyahamba." Some piano accompaniment. Dr. Julian Akerley, director since 1980, leads Tucson's renowned ambassadors of song in a special, highly enjoyable, western-flavored collection of great music!

Songlist: They call the wind Maria, Tumblin' Tumbleweeds, Home on The Range, Sing Me A Song of the Saddle, Riders In The Sky, Crazy, On The Road Again, Don't Rock The Jukebox, Forever and Ever Amen, Boot Scootin' Boogie, Adiemus, Singabahambayo, Haleluya! Pelo Tsa Rona, Siyahamba