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“I’ve come to know Darin Lewis’ choral compositions in the past few
years and find them to be well-written and suited to a wide variety
of choirs. He has set a number of sacred texts, but has a commitment
to music that is successful not only for church choirs, but school and
community singers, as well. He has published his works through his
own press with professional results, each octavo carefully
presented. His Lullay My Liking is a particularly beautiful work
and deserves performance!”
David Brunner, composer and Professor of Choral Activities, University of Central Florida
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“I have been pleased to discover the choral works of Darin Lewis.
I very much appreciate the lyrical nature of his vocal lines set in
colorful harmonic textures as well as the sensitive text painting
evident in his compositional style. I look forward to programming
his choral works in the forthcoming concert season and recommend
them for your consideration.”
Dr. Anton Armstrong, Tosdal Professor of Music, St. Olaf College
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“Darin brings an energy to the room that is contagious to the students he is working with which quickly
transfers into his piece that is being performed. Darin composed an amazing piece for our district vocal
festival concert that encompassed 900 singers ranging in age from 11-19. The piece, ‘It Starts with
a Song,’ was
amazing."
Carol Z. Lamica, Rush-Henrietta School District, West Henrietta, NY
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“I have worked collaboratively with Darin as a ‘composer in residence’.
He is wonderful with singers and really helps to bring his music to life.
My singers thoroughly enjoyed working with him! His music offers
refreshing harmonies while being grounded and accessible to all
types of singers. His arrangements of folk songs offer new
perspectives to old works and he has a great working knowledge of
just how to set texts. I consider Darin Lewis a fine composer/arranger.”
Michele Holt, Executive Director, MMEA, past president ACDA
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“…Darin connected with my students both musically and personally,
and the result was a wonderful multi-movement piece that spoke
to the whole community.”
Jonathan VanDer Woude, conductor, Needham High School, Needham MA
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“It is my greatest pleasure and inspiration each time I am able to work .
with Darin Lewis In addition to his industry, musicality and .
professionalism, he is a great person and kind soul. His compositions.
and arrangements are both beautiful and masterly written
and his musical leadership both efficient, supportive and beautiful..
I look forward to every opportunity for interaction and musical .
adventures with this great man.”
- Dr. Patrick Allen, Organist and Master of Choristers, Grace Church, NYC
