[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the choir]   This weekend I’m running a ‘voice clinic’ for members of my choir. I’ll be spending time working on basic vocal technique and conf...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the choir] The socially-distanced reopening of indoor performances in England was due to take place on 1st August, but the government then postponed it for at least anot...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the choir] I occasionally run workshops for members of my choir to help improve their singing technique. photo by Intel Free Press I realised whilst teaching that al...

The choir of Christ Chapel performs fine sacred choral literature from primarily the 18th century to the present time. This 65 to 70 member, mixed-voice ensemble sings for services in Christ Chapel, for Christmas in Christ Chapel, an annual spring tour, a...  moreThe choir of Christ Chapel performs fine sacred choral literature from primarily the 18th century to the present time. This 65 to 70 member, mixed-voice ensemble sings for services in Christ Chapel, for Christmas in Christ Chapel, an annual spring tour, and at special College events. Major city tour destinations hAve included San Antonio, St. Louis, Kansas City, Chicago, Milwaukee, Lincoln, and Omaha. Membership is by audition. Conducted by Bradon Dean.  

[this is an updated version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the choir]   Last week I wrote about whether you need singing lessons in order to be able to sing. I suggested that people should simply jump in and join a...

[this is an updated version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the choir]   Your church or community centre sets up the concerts. Your committee deals with the finances and the social events. Your musical director teac...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the choir] I had a friend who moved to a new town and set up a new choir, blissfully ignorant of the 100+ community chorus that already existed there.   phot...

The Foundation World Youth choir, all rights reserved Performer: World Youth choir, 2012 session in Cyprus (61 singer from 34 countries) Piece: Eric Whitacre "Lux Aurumque" Soloist: Maria Zwink, Germany Conductor: Cecilia Rydinger Alin,...  moreThe Foundation World Youth choir, all rights reserved Performer: World Youth choir, 2012 session in Cyprus (61 singer from 34 countries) Piece: Eric Whitacre "Lux Aurumque" Soloist: Maria Zwink, Germany Conductor: Cecilia Rydinger Alin, Sweden Recorded at the 2nd century AD "Odeon", ancient theater, 18.08.2012. Recording engineer: Tefkros Xydas, Cyprus (Organizing committee member) The World Youth choir session 2012 was held in Cyprus from August 7th to September 1st, 2012 thanks to the cooperation between the Foundation World Youth choir and the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra Foundation - Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra, supported by the Ministry of culture and education - Cyprus presidency of the European Union (cultural events in 2012).  less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the choir]   Size is in the eye of the beholder. How ‘big’ a choir is depends on the context of course, but working with a large group of singers in any ci...

MUSE is a women's choir dedicated to musical excellence and social change. In keeping with our belief that diversity is strength, we are feminist women of varied ages, races, and ethnicities with a range of musical abilities, political interests, and life...  moreMUSE is a women's choir dedicated to musical excellence and social change. In keeping with our belief that diversity is strength, we are feminist women of varied ages, races, and ethnicities with a range of musical abilities, political interests, and life experiences. We are women loving women; we are heterosexual, lesbian and bisexual women united in song. We commission and seek out music composed by women, pieces written to enhance the sound of women's voices, and songs that honor the enduring spirit of all peoples. In performing, we strive for a concert experience that entertains, inspires, motivates, heals, and creates a feeling of community with our audience.  less