[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...

Now in its 3rd year, That Choir combines a high level of performance with a deep Love of the choral art as one of Toronto’s newest choral groups. That Choir was formed in the spring of 2008 by Craig Pike and 14 of his actor friends who wanted to create an...  moreNow in its 3rd year, That Choir combines a high level of performance with a deep Love of the choral art as one of Toronto’s newest choral groups. That Choir was formed in the spring of 2008 by Craig Pike and 14 of his actor friends who wanted to create and share a music experience together. That Choir now brings together over 25 members with diverse backgrounds in work and study, and a mixture of trained and untrained voices. New Canadian artists are important for That Choir to nurture and have already performed new works by J. Scott Brubacher as well as Reza Jacobs in December 2010. Also in December of 2010, That Choir invited Canadian Theatre Artist Nancy Palk to read Dylan Thomas's " A Child's Christmas in Wales" as part of That Choir Carols - an annual celebration of the Holidays. As That Choir looks forward into 2011, it is becoming well known for its a cappella repertoire of many styles and periods with a strong focus on storytelling.  less

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   A few weeks back I wrote about why people might not join choirs or attend singing workshops: 10 reasons why people don’t join choirs (but Love to...

Recorded at our 'Summer Love' concert, July 2015. www.northkingstonchoir.org.uk

Hawaiian proverb set to music. "Love is like a healing dew washing away all hurt". From Lila Flood, arranged by Nickomo. This concert was the culmination of a six-week project which creates a choir from scratch for one night only. Each winter and summe...  moreHawaiian proverb set to music. "Love is like a healing dew washing away all hurt". From Lila Flood, arranged by Nickomo. This concert was the culmination of a six-week project which creates a choir from scratch for one night only. Each winter and summer, Chris Rowbury gathers a random bunch of singers from in and around Ipswich. There are no auditions and all Songs are taught and learnt by ear. Usually eight Songs are learnt in six two-hour sessions and in the winter are performed at St. Peters by the Waterfront, Ipswich. http://chrisrowbury.com  less

We are an international group of women in central London who Love singing, friendship and fun. Whether you are an experienced singer looking for new musical challenges, or someone who wants to give singing a try for the first time, Barcarolle is for y...  moreWe are an international group of women in central London who Love singing, friendship and fun. Whether you are an experienced singer looking for new musical challenges, or someone who wants to give singing a try for the first time, Barcarolle is for you. Comprising two choirs (the Belters with more modern repertoire and the Divas with a classical repertoire), Barcarolle offers something to suit all musical tastes and ability levels. Both choirs are led by acclaimed choir trainer Sam Evans. His engaging and energetic style will have you raising the roof in no time at all!  less

The Messenger performance @ Music Recital of our beLoved teacher Richard Samuel Awuy. "Come What May" on May 9th 2019. What a blessing. Pianist : Vicky Putra Soprano : Pritta Kartika, Ira Logo, Blessed Andini Alto : Dwi Anna, Cordelya Sinaga Male ...  moreThe Messenger performance @ Music Recital of our beLoved teacher Richard Samuel Awuy. "Come What May" on May 9th 2019. What a blessing. Pianist : Vicky Putra Soprano : Pritta Kartika, Ira Logo, Blessed Andini Alto : Dwi Anna, Cordelya Sinaga Male : Allan Ngongoloy, Ferdynand Antonius, Daniel Sidabutar, Tito Josua Vocal Coach : Richard Samuel Awuy  

[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]   Everything in the concert is going brilliantly. The choir is firing on all cylinders. The audience are lapping it up, even your lame banter between Songs....

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I found myself last week arranging a bunch of Songs to teach at the weekend. As usual, I’d left it far too late and was feeling rushed.   &nb...