Reviews
«....This choir (Young Male Voices of the Knabenkantorei Basel) brings something truly unique to the choral world. A young male chorus that performs challenging choral music in a theatrical manner, incorporating staging, choregie and movement to form a cohesive performing arts work that left our audience in awe. From a carefully crafted musical journey that would hold its own from a purely musical point of view, the staged choral ‘experience’ was extremely moving and emotional. The young men with their sincerity, innocence and pure vocal harmony were able to transport every person in the venue to far away lands, unexpected feelings pivoting between intense sadness, extreme joy and pure exhilaration.....»
May 2026
Bernard Krüger
Chor Director, Kearsney College Choir, KZN Youth Choir
«....What made their performance particularly memorable was their remarkable creativity on stage. Their programme was brought to life through engaging choreography, imaginative presentation, and a natural sense of performance that enhanced every musical selection. Each item was carefully crafted, combining movement and music in a way that felt both fresh and authentic. The choir demonstrated outstanding musicianship throughout the concert. Their attention to detail, expressive interpretation, and confident stage presence showcased not only technical skill but also a genuine joy ni making music together. For the members of the Tygerberg Children's Choir, this collaboration was both inspiring and enriching. The Knabenkantorei Basel reminded us of the power of choral music to transcend borders, connect cultures, and create lasting friendships....»
May 2026
Karina Erasmus
Choir Director, Tygerberg Children's Choir
«....as well as the vocal soloists Anne Maria and Daniel Raaflaub made the concerts deeply moving experiences....through the magnificent voices of the singer duo Anne Maria and Daniel Raaflaub….»
March 2026
Frieda Suter
March Anzeiger, Schwyz
«Singing, movement, dance – we were thrilled by Daniel Raaflaub’s choreography.»
September 2025
Anna Tarnowska
Conductor and Head of Music, University of Arts, Szczecin
«Your choreography work really impressed me, great job!»
May 2025
Vreni Winzeler
Chorleiterin, Präsidentin SKJF Schweiz
«The performance was supported by a sensitive choreography by Daniel Raaflaub, which also gave visual expression to the message of the work! The audience in the fully packed St. Jakobshalle experienced a magical moment.»
May 2025
European Festival of Youth Choirs, Basel
«Thank you again for designing such a compelling interpretation of the music. As I have been rehearsing the choreography over the past week, I am increasingly grateful for your brilliance in putting this together. The movements are so powerfully effective, easy to teach and execute while singing, and (best of all for me!) give the singers gestures in which they have space for interpretation and personal involvement. It's truly superb and has made me see new possibilities in the music that I hadn't imagined while writing it - bravo!»
March 2025
Eric Tuan
Conductor and Composer, Piedmont East Bay Children`s Choir
«The Gospel Night at the Minster is an impressive experience. The Oyenga Choir makes the music visible. The creative choreographies wonderfully enhance the singing, and the transitions between the pieces are remarkably diverse.»
December 2024
Caroline Neuenschwander
Dance Teacher, Basel
«Thank you thank you thank you!!! Your choreographies were a total success de luxe. You should have seen the reactions of the audience! Everybody was crying and laughing and later on they said that it was a whole body experience! In the newspaper your choreographies were mentioned and in the net-paper that was the headline – the reason to come to the concert. THANK YOU!»
April, 2024
Sanna Salminen
Choir director, Vox Aurea, Jyväskylä
«It was a true pleasure and blessing meeting you all! Your performance was outstanding and the singers' commitment to choreographies was something I've never seen before, particularly when performed by young males. I wish the finnish boys' choir conductors had seen it - or actually I wish every choral conductor everywhere should see it! There is something deeply touching in what you're doing and as an educator I couldn't respect you more for your pure-hearted educational vision.»
November 2023
Reijo
Choir director, Sibelius Girls Choir Helsinki
«I loved you guys, and especially Seize The Day was such an amazing highlight for someone like me who loves musicals and you guys did it so spectacularly!»
November 2023
Jasmin Rose Patel
Jury, European Choir Games Norrköping
Tormis (Varjele, Jumala, soasta): - «Great timing and choreography, excellent powerful performance.» - «Great energy, well staged, excellent performance.» / Claudin de Sermisy, Je ne mange point de porc: - «Great innovative presentation» - «Choreography very well done and supportive of overall performance result.» - «Storytelling in all aspects. Very theatrical and effective.» / Duke Ellington, It don`t mean a thing: - «Just magic – it`s not often I`m smiling throughout a song!» - «Great innovative presentation.» - «GREAT FUN! Wonderful energy.»
May 2022
Jury, International Choir Competition Cornwall