• Chris Rowbury

    Song meanings lost in translation

    Added January 22, 2014 by Chris Rowbury - 2519 views - 0 comments

    [this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I have to admit that I’m not really a lyric person. I might have been listening to a particular pop song in English for years when I suddenly realise what it’s actually about! Or someone might point out the r... read more

  • Karen Boyce

    100 Years of ANZAC at Gallipoli- The Armed Man- A Mass for Peace

    Added March 29, 2015 by Karen Boyce - 1219 views - 0 comments

    The Armed Man – A Mass for Peace Each year on Anzac Day, New Zealanders (and Australians) mark the anniversary of the Gallipoli landings of 25 April 1915. On that day, thousands of young men, far from their homes, stormed the beaches on the Gallipoli Peninsula in what is now Turkey.     ... read more

  • Stephen Bigger

    Monthly Composer's Challenge- World Choir Music

    Added May 7, 2016 by Stephen Bigger - 955 views - 0 comments

    As a challenge to finish and post one new piece per month for 6 months, Here is my first of six new compositions. Rejoice! is a modern piece based on Veni Veni Emmanuel. It features tight harmony with classical sensitivities for Advent/Christmas designed for community choirs, but also perfect for schools, churches, and... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    Be the best singer you can, but don’t forget there’s more to life

    Added November 15, 2017 by Chris Rowbury - 1066 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   For some people being a famous singer or being in the best choir in the world or making a hit record or singing a piece perfectly in competition is the be-all and end-all.   photo by make little sharks &n... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

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

    Added April 18, 2019 by Chris Rowbury - 870 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

  • meeting music

    Music should belong to everyone! as Zoltán Kodály said - in 2026 as well!

    Added July 10, 2024 by meeting music - 246 views - 0 comments

    We are refreshing the new tradition and coming back to Budapest, the country of Kodály Method. Let's  celebrate and promote choral music, let us spread the value and experience of singing in a choir - as Kodály said: Music should belong to everyone! Come and join our Festival or the competitive part ... read more

  • Keara  Sheeran

    SUNNI MAE... Our Tiny Dancer

    Added November 25, 2012 by Keara Sheeran - 1543 views - 0 comments

    With a clear start to my groggy day, i reminisce on the wedding the day before thinking how lovely it was to see my friend happily married and content. People had been gracious with the kind words regarding my music for the ceremony and I was grateful for the encouragement.   Today would be a different day. Used... read more

  • The Light Vessel by Trevor Watts commissioned by Mary Hooper & ELise Liversedge

    Added January 26, 2014 by mary hooper - 1790 views - 0 comments

    http://soundcloud.com/last-station/the-light-vessel-performed-by/s-9ExLP We would like to share with you a live recording of the first performance of a new choral work "The Light Vessel" by international musician and composer Trevor Watts, words by Kay Syrad. This work was commissioned by Mary Hooper & ELise Liversedg... read more

  • MelbourneInternationalSingersFestival

    Choir Man in Africa - World premiere documentary screening in Melbourne

    Added March 31, 2015 by MelbourneInternationalSingersFestival - 752 views - 0 comments

    A special fundraising event for the African Children's Choir who will also make an appearance!   On Thursday 16th April, 7.30pm at CINEMA NOVA  Level 1, 380 Lygon Street | Carlton   Known by many as the 'Choir Man' for his multi award winning documentary 'Choir of Hard Knocks'. Jonathon Welch AM has... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    When is singing jargon not singing jargon?

    Added May 11, 2016 by Chris Rowbury - 1405 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Jargon is a useful shorthand for people in the know. But for those outside our world, it can be confusing or even meaningless.     We might think we’re being clear, but how can we be sure that ... read more