[A version of This article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] The last time I was in a Room with a group of singers was nearly six months ago. If I had known then that I wouldn’t be singing like that for the fore...
[This is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Imagine going to Soho with a group of like-minded friends and gathering in a dimly-lit, subterranean private Room with plush seats and stylish decor. Fully ...
The 2012 National Small Chorus Champions proudly showing off their gold medals just before a "Parade of Champions" public concert. In the warmup Room in the Bruce Mason Centre Theatre, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand.
[A version of This article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] 'Tis the season to be poorly. A warm rehearsal Room is the ideal place to spread coughs and sneezes, especially with all that deep breathing and standing c...
[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...
[A version of This article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] It’s the first week of the new choir. Everyone is having fun, songs are being learnt at a cracking pace, the whole Room is in tune with each ot...
Think you can’t sing? Perfect — you’re exactly who we’re looking for. Whether you were politely asked not to join your school choir, or your dog leaves the Room when you hit a high note, Raucous Chorus is your new musical home.
[A version of This article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Put me in front of a huge crowd of strangers and I’ll perform loud and proud. Photo by Anirudh Koul But in a Room full of friend...
A Review of the The UK Choir Festival As a complete newcomer to the UK Choir Festival, I was intrigued by what the Manchester event would deliver and how a Room of 300 individuals could feel included. The answer is simple: energy, and by the...
There are now only FOUR Rooms left on my singing weekend in Derbyshire This November: ONE double deluxe Room, THREE doubles/ twins/ singles. Should be a fantastic weekend in a great part of the country. Book now to avoid disappointment! TRADITIONAL SON...
