[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 th...

[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 ac...

[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 ac...

[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 ac...

[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 ac...

[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 ac...

[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 ac...

[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 ac...

[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 ac...

Music Matters Inclusive Community Choir & Ossia Youth Choir sing "A Song of Hope". Music Video shot & edited by Leonardo Macedonio (www.leomacedonio.com) Choir Director: Grainne O'Grady Soloists: Elaine Caul, Daniel Caul, Emma McPhillips, Naoi...  moreMusic Matters Inclusive Community Choir & Ossia Youth Choir sing "A Song of Hope". Music Video shot & edited by Leonardo Macedonio (www.leomacedonio.com) Choir Director: Grainne O'Grady Soloists: Elaine Caul, Daniel Caul, Emma McPhillips, Naoise Kelly This song is just one track from our debut album "Music Matters: Celebrating 140 Characters" The album features 140 Singers (which is reflected in the title!) from 9 to 90+ years of age! Tracks include "Carrickfergus", to "Royals" by Lorde, to original compositions by our own choir members - making it the most eclectic album you have ever heard! This song was kindly donated to us by Neville Lloyd. Music & Lyrics by Neville Lloyd. Choral & Piano Arrangement by Vincent Lynch. Join us at our launch - Tuesday 23rd September, 7.00 PM at Axis Ballymun in Dublin and help us celebrate a fantastic achievement! This project was proudly supported & funded by the Community & Social Development Service and Arts & Culture Department of Dublin City...    less