• PlayItForward

    Jonathon Welch Farewells Choir of Hard Knocks in ‘Seasons of Love’ concert in Melbourne on Sunday June 2nd

    Added April 30, 2019 by PlayItForward - 476 views - 0 comments

    After 13 years at the helm of Australia's most famous and loved, award winning choir - the Choir of Hard Knocks, Dr Jonathon Welch AM will give his Melbourne farewell concert Seasons of Love at Melbourne Town Hall on Sun June 2, 2019 at 2pm.   "It has been the most amazing journey of my life and such an honour t... read more

  • Catherine Carrère

    Barcarolle Choir, Spring Concert: "The Drama of the Song"

    Added April 27, 2019 by Catherine Carrère - 555 views - 0 comments

    Barcarolle Choir and its Musical Director, ​Sam Evans, are delighted to announce their next performance in June 2019.The evening will propose a wide range of pieces from a multitude of composers such as Chilcott, Verdi, D. Ellington, Webber, Berlioz, Bach and many more.The choir will be joined by the professional Mezzo... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    When you don’t feel like singing, that’s the perfect time to do it – sing yourself happy!

    Added April 24, 2019 by Chris Rowbury - 968 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Many of us wait until the mood hits us before we do something. But often the doing something is what changes our mood for the better.     The saying “Don’t sing because you’re happy, be h... read more

  • Spend All Day At A Desk? Boost Your Fitness By Singing

    Added April 19, 2019 by Jackie Edwards - 1044 views - 0 comments

    A recent study found that a staggering 81% people who have a desk job spend between four and nine hours a day sitting down. 64% of people felt that this wasn’t good for their health. Having this daily sedentary lifestyle certainly isn’t good for overall fitness levels and makes you more prone to p... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    Copying music – how to stay on the right side of the law

    Added April 18, 2019 by Chris Rowbury - 861 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I get regular emails from people asking questions about songs and copyright. I’m certainly no expert, but I have written a few articles that you might find helpful.     I’ve also just discovere... read more

  • Tim Knight

    Are you a man who likes to sing in stunning locations?

    Added April 12, 2019 by Tim Knight - 583 views - 0 comments

    IF SO - COME AND JOIN US IN THE DALES!!  TIM KNIGHT MUSIC SINGING HOLIDAY ‘DALES ESCAPE’ Friday 12th – Sunday 14th July 2019 NEWFIELD HALL, AIRTON, NR MALHAM, BD23 4AA We are delighted to invite experienced singers to take part in our next singing holiday encompassing fun, fine... read more

  • Santiago Veros

    Almas de Barro: The story behind a choral work

    Added April 12, 2019 by Santiago Veros - 864 views - 0 comments

    How was this work created?   Santiago Veros at the age of 19 writes this piece dedicated to a woman who for that time she was shy and he rarely talked with her.Almas de Barro describes intimately the moments of counterpoint classes when these two people look at each other in a very adolecent way, they can not do... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    If you don’t feel nervous before a concert or a singing workshop then something’s wrong

    Added April 10, 2019 by Chris Rowbury - 1215 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I never sleep the night before running a singing workshop and I always feel terribly nervous before a concert – whether I’m singing or conducting.   photo by Francesco   But I wouldn’t h... read more

  • Why Everyone Should Join a Choir When They Retire

    Added April 10, 2019 by Jackie Edwards - 1021 views - 0 comments

    Why Everyone Should Join a Choir When They Retire In Britain, over 2.8 million people enjoy the benefits of singing in a choir. There is music for every taste, from rock and pop choirs, to gospel and classical. Choral singing isn’t just something that is reserved for Sunday morning hymns, it is all-inc... read more

  • What Is The Best Venue For My Choir Practice?

    Added April 4, 2019 by Jackie Edwards - 1455 views - 0 comments

    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