[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] “It’s a terrible thing, I think, in life to Wait until you’re ready.” Hugh Laurie   photo by Fido   Especially when...

The moment before a concert begins, when singers and audience members Wait for the downbeat, is a magical time. Our first video seeks to capture that shared moment - the hushed anticipation, the sound of coordinated footsteps, the group intake of breath....  moreThe moment before a concert begins, when singers and audience members Wait for the downbeat, is a magical time. Our first video seeks to capture that shared moment - the hushed anticipation, the sound of coordinated footsteps, the group intake of breath. Many voices, gathered as one...join us on the journey. www.dacapochamberchoir.ca Thank you to our funders - the Kitchener-Waterloo Community Foundation (The Urie A. and Dorothy M. Bender Endowment Fund) and the Region of Waterloo Arts Fund.  

Piano music for choir? Why not! Written originally for solo vocalist, I turned this into an SATB choral tongue-twister--a cappella--and then added a piano part, which was further orchestrated for choirs performing with orchestra during the holiday season....

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Learning and polishing a song can be a long process. Some people find it a chore and can’t Wait to get to the end result: a public performance....

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]It’s that time of year again when you still have time to to pop to the local garage for last-Minute presents. What on earth can you get for the choral...

Nine Minute tour through Handel's Messiah - in Hebrew!

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my Choral Clarity blog]    We've just spent many months learning notes and rhythms, memorizing lyrics, working on balance and blend, shape, and internalizing meaning. But now it ...

This show choir, under the direction of Allison Surratt, is comprised of students ages 11-14. Students meet each week for a 60 Minute class learning the fundamentals of synchronized moves and harmony while singing popular songs. Emphasis is placed on deve...  moreThis show choir, under the direction of Allison Surratt, is comprised of students ages 11-14. Students meet each week for a 60 Minute class learning the fundamentals of synchronized moves and harmony while singing popular songs. Emphasis is placed on developing good fundamental vocal skills, part-singing, sight reading, choreography, stage presence and musicianship. The Charlotte Glee Club performs at Charlotte Academy of Music as well as community events.  

Nidarosdomens Guttekor from Norway sing John Rutter's beautiful song The Lord Bless You And Keep You. I am sorry about the ending. The Norwegian lady had to tell people that "Shrek" would be coming up next. Surely she could have Waited for a Minute !!

Singing is back and we can't Wait to holler at the top of our voices. Why not come along and try a free taster!? Choose from either 27th September or 4th October. Whether complete beginner, shower singer or more experienced singer, this choir w...  moreSinging is back and we can't Wait to holler at the top of our voices. Why not come along and try a free taster!? Choose from either 27th September or 4th October. Whether complete beginner, shower singer or more experienced singer, this choir welcomes you! There are no auditions and no requirements to read music, you just need to love to sing! This term we will be celebrating the amazing feeling of singing in, and being surrounded by harmony and, especially with the venue we'll be rehearsing in, it's set to be a good one! As ever we'll be singing classic pop and soul songs, perhaps with a curve ball surprise just for fun, no winter blues for us! Choir runs from 27th September - 13th December. 11 rehearsals, 1 dress rehearsal and a gig on Saturday 18th December. If you love your taster and decide to join for the term, the term fee is £100. Taster places are limited as are places in the choir, we advise to book early. **Please remember that coming along to a free tast...    less