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Albion Win "The diction, intonation and ensemble is impeccable, and their dynamic range is magical - I have seldom heard quiet singing quite like it - barely audible but with an intensity of line and sound that is truly wonderful. They have the ability to work the acoustics of St John's like no other group I... read more
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Perhaps this is a little on the early side but as we all know, choral christmas preparations begin many months in advance!
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[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Last week I looked at how singers choose where to stand in their section (Don’t stand too close to me! – finding the right place to stand in your choir). But that assumes that your choir is divided up with a... 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] In most formal choirs you’re told exactly where to stand when performing. There is often a fixed set-up which varies little from concert to concert. Photo by nicksarebi However, in many communi... read more
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CHEERS! Come and enjoy an evening that we can't wait for View this email in your browser Like Caves, Cakes, and Christmas before it, this will be an evening to remember - share in ... read more
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Camelot: The Shining City The Albion Choir (VERY appropriately named, no?) were magnificent in singing some of the song arrangements for the show. They’re a fairly new choir based (handily) in Sheffield, a small but mighty bunch of ridiculously talented, close-harmony voices. Here’s a sneak peek at t... read more
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North Shore’s Children’s Choir is on tour this month, and their Wellington concert is a special programme combined with a choir from the Hutt Valley- The Major Minors Children’s Choir. Both choirs between them have singers ranging from age 4-14. Musical Director of the North Shore... 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 OK Chorale is not a performing choir (yet!), but after two terms of hard (but fun) work, we’ve invited some friends and family along next week to hear some of the songs we’ve learnt. (NB this post was wr... read more
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I thought you might be interested in a new venture of mine. I’m about to publish a free, monthly roundup of music news delivered straight to your inbox. As those of you who follow my Facebook Page know, I regularly post interesting videos, articles, photos and jokes about all things musical, c... 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] Singing together creates a real sense of community. Sometimes a choir arises from an existing community, but other times the creation of a choir builds a brand new one. Photo by niallkennedy In most ... read more
