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[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Most choirs charge their singers to be a member (‘subs’). The amount can vary a lot from choir to choir. What’s the best way to decide how much to charge your singers? Let&rsquo... read more
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Hi. I am carrying out research into the vocal health habits and experiences of amateur singers as part of a Post Graduate certificate with the Voice Workshop, in conjunction with the University of Wales. Please could all of you lovely people who sing regularly take 5 minutes to complete my survey? I will be eternally... read more
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The annual music festival taking place in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, is presenting incredible talent for you! A sneak peek into some of the seasons performers: The opening gala for this season showcases Countermeasure, who is a Canadian a cappella group described as, “insanely talented, ... read more
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Music Niagara Festival launches its 21st season with 29 concerts in four weeks spanning from July 14th to August 11th. This seasons line up celebrates and presents a wide range of genres that span the musical spectrum—chamber music, choral, vocal, contemporary, country, folk, and jazz. ... 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] There are times in most choirs when a soloist or a small ensemble is required. These roles can be allocated by the MD but in many cases singers are asked to volunteer to try out. photo by Paterm ... read more
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Follow this link to find out more and book tickets: https://www.timknightmusic.com/events/come-and-sing-victorian-music
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[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Some people run ‘drop-in’ singing sessions. People can drop in on any session they want, there is no commitment and no signing up for a ‘season’. It’s a nice idea: no commitment... 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] Whether you sing harmony in a small group or a large choir there are many things demanding your attention: other singers, conductor, audience, your own part, remembering lyrics, sheet music, and so on. But w... read more
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Teddington Choral Society and his Musical Director, Julian Collings, are delighted to announce their next performance on July 13th : « The Story of Opera-from Baroque to Rock » This will be a marvelous evening comprising pieces from a wide palette of musical composers s... 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] Being in a choir is great (see The pleasures of being a choir member), but most mixed choirs never seem to have enough men. photo by Roberta F. Here are 10 very good reasons why every single man ... read more
