Trailhead produced this video for the Oakland Jazz Choir, a nonprofit group with the mission of spreading jazz appreciation across the Bay Area. The OJC plays for audiences as diverse as women's shelters, rehabilitation centers and area elementary school...  moreTrailhead produced this video for the Oakland Jazz Choir, a nonprofit group with the mission of spreading jazz appreciation across the Bay Area. The OJC plays for audiences as diverse as women's shelters, rehabilitation centers and area elementary schools, as well as at local and region festivals.  

Glaslinn Choir is a female three-part Choir based in Bandon, Co Cork. We sing a varied repertoire including religious, traditional Irish, classical and popular. We take part in many concerts, fundraisers and competitions. There is a very friendly, social...  moreGlaslinn Choir is a female three-part Choir based in Bandon, Co Cork. We sing a varied repertoire including religious, traditional Irish, classical and popular. We take part in many concerts, fundraisers and competitions. There is a very friendly, social atmosphere in the Choir and new members are always welcome.  

e-mail: xtsina@yahoo.gr We have been travelling together since we were kids as members of the Children’s Choir of Polygyros. It’s been at least 15-20 years now that we have participated in numerous festivals and concerts all over Greece but also all ove...  moree-mail: xtsina@yahoo.gr We have been travelling together since we were kids as members of the Children’s Choir of Polygyros. It’s been at least 15-20 years now that we have participated in numerous festivals and concerts all over Greece but also all over Europe. In 2005, as adults, we decided to establish this particular group with the assistance of the Children’s Choir. We have given concerts in Hungary, in several cities in Greece and especially in Chalkidiki. In 2011 new members have been included in the group and we have changed our name into “THAMYRIADES”. Our repertory extends from classical to rock, pop and musical. You will have the opportunity to listen to us in selected halls. In Greek mythology, Thamyris (Greek: Θάμυρις), son of Philammon and the nymph Argiope, was a Thracian singer who was so proud of his skill that he boasted he could outsing the Muses. He competed against them and lost. As punishment for his presumption they blinded him, and took away his ability to make poetry and to pla...    less

Military wives Choir under unmdrella of MWC Foundation

Gresley Male Voice Choir performing "What Would I Do Without My Music?" at their 110 years Choir anniversary March 2014

Marsh Ladies Choir was founded in 1955 and in 2015 will celebrate its Diamond Jubilee. The Yorkshire based Choir is around 40 members strong and has developed a wide repertoire from classical and folk to swing, jazz and songs from the shows. The Choir mai...  moreMarsh Ladies Choir was founded in 1955 and in 2015 will celebrate its Diamond Jubilee. The Yorkshire based Choir is around 40 members strong and has developed a wide repertoire from classical and folk to swing, jazz and songs from the shows. The Choir maintains a busy schedule of concerts and competitions both in Huddersfield and further a field.  

The Merbecke Choir is Southwark Cathedral's voluntary Choir for young men and women with good sight-reading skills and a creative approach to singing. It offers a unique opportunity for singers to take part in cathedral services (notably the Cathedral'...  moreThe Merbecke Choir is Southwark Cathedral's voluntary Choir for young men and women with good sight-reading skills and a creative approach to singing. It offers a unique opportunity for singers to take part in cathedral services (notably the Cathedral's monthly Compline services) concerts in the cathedral (thrice yearly), other secular events such as livery company dinners and corporate celebrations.  

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Men and women’s voices are different.     Obvious really, but it’s something many singers find it difficult to come to terms wit...