Wie lieblich sind deine Wohnungen - Chamber Singers - Motus Perpetuus IV

Wie lieblich sind deine Wohnungen by Josef Rheinberger
Rheinberger was one of the most sought after composers and teachers during his time period. Unfortunately, for many years his name has only graces a page or two of music history books. Within the last few years conductors and historians have been bringing his music to the forefront. It is easy to see why; his sweeping melodies, selection of quality texts, and brilliant choral harmonies make him one of the most notable and talented composers of the Romantic Era.
How lovely are thy dwellings, O Lord! My soul doth longeth and fainteth for the courts of the Lord! My heart exults in the living God. For the sparrow findeth her house and the dove finds shelter from the storm, I find Thy altars. O you my King, Lord, and God! Blessed are they that make Thy house their dwelling for all eternity. Mercy and truth loveth our God and unto all souls in purity he gives grace and glory. (Psalm 84)

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[RecycledCrap]

This is part of the Santa Monica High School concert called Motus Perpetuus, which means Perpetual Motion. It is a very unique in the way that after each group sings another group will start right after, therefore creating perpetual motion, or perpetual music. This is why the people are moving while the pianist is playing, it allows for the music to continue. It might be a little rude but it allows for an entirely unique concert-going experience which makes this concert a great concert,

[TenoreRobusto1347]

I agree. The performance does not start with the singing, the performance starts about two seconds "before" any music starts whatsoever. In the same way a painting is framed with a gilt frame to separate it from the surrounding background, so must a musical performance have a moment of silence before and after to separate it from the surrounding noise. Also, yes, moving on during the piano introduction is very, very disrespectful. It says, "You aren't important enough for us to pay attention."

[xXzombieXx]

Good god, why is he getting them to move DURING the piano introduction?? How incredibly rude to the pianist! I hope this was an accident of the day.

[Hutzelschweiz5]

ein schönes Stück, schöne Stimmen.