[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. Summer is over and choir starts back. We choir leaders will be thinking about which songs to teach for the next s...

[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...

St. Jerome Fiesta Feb. 10,2013 with Cardinal Tagle

Ever felt like life got in the way of your love for singing? Melbourne Contemporary Choir (MCCHOIR) is here to help you rediscover your passion and become your creative best. Celebrating 10 incredible years of music and connection in 2025, MCCHOIR is a ne...  moreEver felt like life got in the way of your love for singing? Melbourne Contemporary Choir (MCCHOIR) is here to help you rediscover your passion and become your creative best. Celebrating 10 incredible years of music and connection in 2025, MCCHOIR is a new breed of choir that’s all about energy, originality, and community. From high-energy pop hits to collaborating with local musicians on original songs, professional music videos, studio recordings, and unforgettable performances, MCCHOIR takes choir life to the next level. Whether you’re a seasoned singer or just starting out, we welcome all levels to join our vibrant, uplifting crew. With campuses in Coburg and Brunswick, it’s your time to step up, connect with like-minded creatives, and be part of something truly life-changing. Don’t just sing—shine. This is your moment. Are you ready?  less

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Hark the herald angels sing. A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols from King’s College, Cambridge. Slade’s Merry Christmas everybody. White Chr...

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   In 2010 artist Susan Philipsz won the Turner Prize  for "a sound piece consisting of her own frail beautiful voice singing a Scottish lament over the ...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   When I’m booked to run a singing workshop for someone, I always make sure that I get there early. I usually arrive to find people milling aroun...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   In 2014 a Britney Spears recording escaped into the wild which demonstrates that without Auto-Tune her singing can be less than perfect (Experience t...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Sarcastic remarks from X Factor judges. Teachers telling kids to “stand at the back and just mime”. Being made to stand up and sing solo to get...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I always teach songs by ear. despite my strong belief in the oral/ aural tradition, there is an increasing number of handheld recording devices appearing i...