We are a group of amateur singers in the Northern Virginia area who have been singing together for over 30 years. The Chorale performs at a number of retirement communities in the Fairfax County area at Christmas time and in the spring. We also give pu...  moreWe are a group of amateur singers in the Northern Virginia area who have been singing together for over 30 years. The Chorale performs at a number of retirement communities in the Fairfax County area at Christmas time and in the spring. We also give public concerts up to twice a year.  

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I was running a workshop recently, and somebody grabbed me in the break and said: “I can’t believe how patient you are with us!”. &n...

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   There are times when it’s not been appropriate for an audience to clap. Funerals and weddings are the obvious ones.   photo by Linda Thomas ...

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I regularly get emails out of the blue from various singing groups scattered across the globe asking for gigs. Recently I had one from a Russian ensemble, ...

[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...

Barony Choir was established in 2011 in Midleton, East Cork, Ireland. A Mixed voice SATB choir of c. 30 members.

A select Mixed ensemble that focuses on masterworks from the 17th century to the present with emphasis given to larger works. With a membership of 65-70 musicians from throughout the campus, this ensemble is quickly becoming recognized for its musical exc...  moreA select Mixed ensemble that focuses on masterworks from the 17th century to the present with emphasis given to larger works. With a membership of 65-70 musicians from throughout the campus, this ensemble is quickly becoming recognized for its musical excellence. Recent concerts have included Johann Sebastian Bach’s Lobet den Herrn, alle Heiden, Samuel Barber’s Reincarnations and Benjamin Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb. Strong sight-reading skills and musicianship are important to membership. This ensemble is directed by Dr. Jonathan Babcock, associate director of choral activities. Texas State University Singers rehearses Mondays from 5:00–6:30 PM (M222) and Tuesdays/Thursdays 2:00-3:20 PM (M222)  less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Singing together in a group is something special. It is a very different experience from singing on your own. But what exactly is it that we get from singing...

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