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    Christmas and music

    Added December 19, 2025 by meeting music - 545 views - 0 comments

    Christmas might be one of the most beloved holidays in the world. Its traditions could vary very much between cultures, countries, or even families - some celebrate it as a religious holiday, some as a feast of love and peace. There are so many things that could differ: choosing a Christmas tree and how to decorate it... read more

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    The choir leader’s guide to catching a cold

    Added December 17, 2025 by Chris Rowbury - 700 views - 0 comments

    [The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from almost 30 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... read more

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    Happy World Choral Day!

    Added December 14, 2025 by meeting music - 294 views - 0 comments

    Through the past thousands of years, choir singing has become more and more widespread, more and more part of our everyday lives. We can only contemplate how it started - maybe with religious rituals? Or work songs? But nowadays, choir singing - and music making in general - compliments our lives in many ways. We can... read more

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    Why your choir isn't getting enough donations (and exactly how to fix it)

    Added December 12, 2025 by Choir Web Design - 587 views - 0 comments

    Choir Web DesignWe Craft Your Place Choral Management Series Why your choir isn't getting enough donations (and exactly how to fix it) Christmas is when audiences are most willing to give. Yet, most choir websites treat donations as an afterthought. Here are the 7 critical mistakes holding your funding back, bas... read more

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    Don’t forget the basics when welcoming people who have never sung in a choir before

    Added December 10, 2025 by Chris Rowbury - 694 views - 0 comments

    [The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from almost 30 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... read more

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    The Hidden Cost of a Bad Choir Website (and why I decided to do something about it)

    Added December 7, 2025 by Choir Web Design - 743 views - 0 comments

    Blog • Insights The hidden cost of a bad choir website (and why I decided to do something about it) By Santiago Veros Composer & Co-Founder Imagine your choir has been rehearsing for months. The tuning is flawless, the dynamics are exquisite. But on the day of the concert, you decide to tur... read more

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    December 6

    Added December 7, 2025 by meeting music - 303 views - 0 comments

    This day is special in some countries, among them Hungary and Germany: It is Santa Claus Day!   According to tradition, on this day Santa Claus puts a bag of sweets and other goodies into the shoes of children who were good during the year.   Hungary is rich in unique and lovely traditions - why don&rsqu... read more

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    The experience of Musica Eterna a Roma

    Added December 5, 2025 by meeting music - 338 views - 0 comments

    “Not just a competition, a choral holiday that allows singers and choirs to exchange experiences, knowledge and love for vocal music. With new knowledge, we have all become richer and inspired for the future.”   Experience what our jury member of 2019, Ambrož Čopi describes - come to Musica Eterna Ro... read more

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    How to manage when your choir becomes too popular: waiting list or a new choir

    Added December 3, 2025 by Chris Rowbury - 571 views - 0 comments

    [The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from almost 30 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... read more

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    7 days left

    Added December 3, 2025 by meeting music - 303 views - 0 comments

    In one week, it is an important day: The final registration deadline for two of our festivals is expiring on December 10!   So, if you want to come - to Vienna between March 13-17, 2026 for the 34th International Franz Schubert Choir Festival & Competition or - to Riva del Garda between March 29 - April 2, 2... read more