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[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I’m probably preaching to the converted here as I guess most of you reading this already sing regularly. photo by T Sundup So how about getting someone else to start singing in 2015? If we all ... read more
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[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir] In 2010 artist Susan Philipsz won the Turner Prize for "a sound piece consisting of her own frail beautiful voice singing a Scottish lament over the black waters of the Clyde". When her nomination was discussed on ... read more
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You have heard These Islands now get the sheet music and chance for you to make these your own. The music that you want not up there then contact Fraser. God Be in My Head Vidi Aquam Jerusalem
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[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] When I was a student, I’d sit in lectures scribbling down everything that the lecturer wrote on the board. Like most people there, I understood very little. This one guy would put up his ha... read more
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[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir] We bandy terms around like ‘authentic voice’ and ‘natural voice’ when we talk about singing. photo by Jean Spector But how do we know when singers are truly being themselves? ... read more
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A choir needs regular rehearsals to improve their singing, but finding the right venue can be difficult. When you are first starting out, renting rehearsal space and still being able to break even after subscriptions are paid, is often the most important thing. But as your choir grows, you may want to look for somewher... read more
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[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Gareth Malone returned to UK television back in 2013 with a second series of The Choir: Sing While You Work. The choirmaster went into five different organisations to form workplace choirs which then competed again... read more
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[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I run singing workshops all over the place (why not book me and try one?). Photo by C. Moses At some places the workshops are full and there is a waiting list. At others it’s a struggle to must... read more
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[The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from 25 years of leading non-auditioned community choirs in the UK, as well as adult singing workshops. My focus is on teaching by ear using a repertoire of songs from traditions across the globe. Your experiences may differ from mine, so do feel free t... read more
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Since a long time Rome has been host city for choirs and singers from all over the world, who not only love sacred music but also the idea of coming together in the eternal city and center of choral music. Inspired by a vibrant atmosphere of friendship everybody is thrilled to share the passion for music and singing t... read more
