• Chris Rowbury

    Mixed tenor sections: the weirdness of men and women singing the same note

    Added March 4, 2021 by Chris Rowbury - 2061 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]Many community choirs have mixed tenor sections with men and women singing the same part. photo by Stefan Karpiniec That’s when things can get weird! Let’s look at what’s going on.There is often a short... read more

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    Do everything you can to support your choir leader – they’re the only one you’ve got!

    Added February 24, 2021 by Chris Rowbury - 617 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]Most singers join a choir because they share the passion and vision of the choir leader. Your choir leader is the creative heart of your choir and is what gives it its unique flavour. If anybody else took over your choir ... read more

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    ECOTORIO … Singing out about climate change! Be Part of a World Premiere

    Added February 18, 2021 by PlayItForward - 588 views - 0 comments

    Play It Forward invites all singers from around the globe to participate in the creation of a virtual music video of the first movement – THE PROTEST from ECOTORIO - a ground breaking new climate change choral work. ABOUT ECOTORIO Commissioned by Play It Forward, ECOTORIO has been composed by our award-winning ... read more

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    5 ways to keep things fresh when you’re being taught a song you already know

    Added February 17, 2021 by Chris Rowbury - 526 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]At any singing workshop I run there will probably be someone who already knows one of the songs I’m teaching. photo by Sludge G If that is you, what are your options for staying interested?I try very hard to make s... read more

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    Some people take pride in saying they can’t sing – but is that just fear talking?

    Added February 10, 2021 by Chris Rowbury - 685 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]You’ll know by now that I believe that everyone can sing. Apparently this irritates some people who really think that they can’t sing. Why is that? everyone can sing … I was reminded the other day of ... read more

  • Gregor Laskowski

    Cracovia Music Festival 2023 (Poland)

    Added February 9, 2021 by Gregor Laskowski - 774 views - 0 comments

    14th International choir and orchestra festival in Cracow (Poland)27.09. - 01.10.2023 CRACOW – one of the twelve most important towns in the worldThe former capital of Poland is one of Europe’s last undiscovered destinations by mass tourism. Here the Holy Father Pope John Paul II served as a Bishop for m... read more

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    Praha Music Festival 2023 (Czech Republic)

    Added February 9, 2021 by Gregor Laskowski - 824 views - 0 comments

    13th International festival of choirs and orchestras in Prague (Czech Republic)30.08. - 03.09.2023 PRAGUE – one of Europe’s most beautiful metropolesExperience the Golden City on the Vltava with its flair and numerous sights like the famous Prague Castle, Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge, and the G... read more

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    Is there an alternative to being patient when leading a choir?

    Added February 3, 2021 by Chris Rowbury - 674 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]I’ve been praised many times by the singers I work with for being so patient. Which makes me wonder: what’s the alternative?I must admit that I find it quite easy (most of the time!) to be patient when leading... read more

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    Do you need to practice outside choir rehearsals?

    Added January 27, 2021 by Chris Rowbury - 768 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]Many singers come to choir – especially “singing for fun” groups – to get away from the stresses of regular life. They love to sing and find it a relaxing escape from the daily grind. photo by Aka ... read more

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    How to develop perfect warm up exercises for your choir

    Added January 20, 2021 by Chris Rowbury - 1139 views - 0 comments

    [A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]The choir leader’s (and singer’s) lament: “I’m bored with the warm ups and want new ideas.” It’s very easy to create your own exciting new warm up exercises. I’ll show you how.&nb... read more