Apr 7 2011: I had never heard of the Virtual Choir, nor Eric Whiitacre, until my friend - a singing teacher- told me about them. Well- I became hooked - listening to Eric's music, learning the Alto2 part for 'Sleep', and just marvelling at the use of technology for communicating and sharing the joy of music! VC 1.0 had me in tears. I'm a retired (only 57!) uni lecturer in technology & web management - and - OMG - I wish I'd had this to show to my students. I also sing in a choir and started learning piano & theory at the grand old age of 41. Music has become my lifeblood. After my husband's funeral in 2002, I just sat at the piano and carried on learning a Bach piece for an exam. What a saviour! Having recenltly retired (my husband & I worked together & i couldn't stand the space he had left any longer), I have been a bit 'lost'. I've moved 4 times in the last 3 years.
The VC has given me a purpose in many ways. Apart from contributing an alto part (not v. good tho' ...), I feel part of a like-minded community, and I have a deep, deep satisfaction at the use of the Internet for bringing together those who love music - especially singing. Eric Whitacre is a true pioneer as well as a superb composer. He is a giant amongst giants, such as Ted Nelson and Bill Gates. In the UK, he should be 'knighted' for his contributions to music and the use of technology.
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The VC has given me a purpose in many ways. Apart from contributing an alto part (not v. good tho' ...), I feel part of a like-minded community, and I have a deep, deep satisfaction at the use of the Internet for bringing together those who love music - especially singing. Eric Whitacre is a true pioneer as well as a superb composer. He is a giant amongst giants, such as Ted Nelson and Bill Gates. In the UK, he should be 'knighted' for his contributions to music and the use of technology.