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[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Everyone likes to think that they’re indispensable. The truth is though, when you’re not there your choir will manage fine without you. Last week I was fighting a cold and then devel... read more
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On Saturday 7th September at 2.30pm Play it Forward is excited to present ‘Back to the 80’s’ followed by ‘Liane Keegan Sings The Judy Garland Songbook’ at 7 pm. Have you booked your tickets yet to these fabulous fundraising concerts? Don’t miss out! Limited tickets only ... 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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Music has been a part of human civilization for centuries. It is a form of expression that has the power to evoke emotions and connect people from different parts of the world. With so many genres, styles, and artists, the question arises, which is the best music ever? The answer, however, is subjective and depends on ... read more
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Melbourne International Singers Festival Including Melbourne Eisteddfod June 5 – 10, 2013 Australia’s Most Exciting New Festival For Choirs And Singers Of All Styles And Ages! Melbourne International Singers Festival offers the most exciting and diverse range of workshops... read more
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I am an auditory learner. Rather than reading instructions, doing something manually, or watching someone do something, I need to incorporate information through my ears and process it with my listening in order for it to be fully engrained. You can imagine, then, what frustration I felt as a young player, relyin... 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] The other weekend 50 singers performed in public to a large, appreciative audience. We performed eight songs in four part harmony, most in foreign languages and some with dance moves. The standard was... read more
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Date: 7 - 10 July 2017Location: SingaporeOrientale Concentus, conceptualised in 2008 with the purpose of promoting international arts and cultural exchange and youth choral music development, has seen a successful run across China, Taiwan and South Korea. Participants in earlier editions not only hail from host count... 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] Joining a new choir is a bit like going to big school: it’s exciting, but a bit scary and it will take a while to learn the ropes. photo by VisitCopenhagen Here is a guide to help you take... read more
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The music is now sorted for our #Haworth Sing Day! We've added Stanford's 'Te Deum in Bb' to the list which also features Parry's Blest Pair of Sirens (SATB edition), Wesley's 'Lead me Lord', Stainer's 'God so loved the world', Liddle's 'Abide with me' and Stanford's Psalm 150! We won't get them all done but it will ... read more
