Tools, accessories, and gifts for choirs, singers, and choir directors
  • Chris Rowbury

    How to be a really successful singer or choir leader – deliver more than expected

    Added July 2, 2025 by Chris Rowbury - 1546 views - 0 comments

    [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 across the globe. Your experiences may differ from mine, so do feel... read more

  • HeartSong Normandie

    What Is a Singing Retreat? A Guide for Beginners

    Added June 29, 2025 by HeartSong Normandie - 531 views - 0 comments

      What Is a Singing Retreat? A Guide for Beginners Imagine taking a deep breath of fresh sea air, relaxing completely, singing your heart out, and enjoying delicious home-cooked meals — all while surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Normandy’s stunning coastline. This is exactly what yo... read more

  • HeartSong Normandie

    Top 7 Benefits of Attending a Singing Retreat You Didn’t Know About

    Added June 29, 2025 by HeartSong Normandie - 1368 views - 0 comments

    Top 7 Benefits of Attending a Singing Retreat You Didn’t Know About Many people think singing is just about the voice - but science shows that singing, especially in a supportive group, brings profound physical, mental, and emotional benefits. If you are curious about whether a singing retreat is wor... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    How to honour the source of a song (and why it’s important)

    Added June 25, 2025 by Chris Rowbury - 1315 views - 0 comments

    [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 across the globe. Your experiences may differ from mine, so do feel... read more

  • HeartSong Normandie

    5 Reasons to Join Our Singing and Meditation Retreats in France

    Added June 23, 2025 by HeartSong Normandie - 479 views - 0 comments

    5 Reasons to Join Our Singing and Meditation Retreats in France Imagine waking up to the sound of waves gently rolling onto the shore, the fresh sea air filling your lungs, and a new day stretching ahead — spacious, calm, and full of possibility.Our singing and meditation retreats, held in a peaceful seafront ... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    Don’t be put off by the word ‘choir’ – there are plenty of different kinds out there

    Added June 18, 2025 by Chris Rowbury - 1426 views - 0 comments

    [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 across the globe. Your experiences may differ from mine, so do feel... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    How to sing a drone of staggering beauty

    Added June 11, 2025 by Chris Rowbury - 1571 views - 0 comments

    [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 across the globe. Your experiences may differ from mine, so do feel... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    Singing harmony can be hard and scary – here’s how to make it easier

    Added June 4, 2025 by Chris Rowbury - 1507 views - 0 comments

    [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 across the globe. Your experiences may differ from mine, so do feel... read more

  • Tom Metzger

    Mastering Choir Registration for Growth and Retention: From First Interest to First Rehearsal

    Added May 28, 2025 by Tom Metzger - 1292 views - 0 comments

    Registration is more than paperwork — it’s a core part of choir recruitment, member retention, and overall choral success. Whether you're leading a community choir, vocal ensemble, or youth chorus, a smooth member registration process supports your music leadership goals and helps grow a stronger chor... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    The 7 types of choir leader – which one are you?

    Added May 28, 2025 by Chris Rowbury - 1857 views - 0 comments

    [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 across the globe. Your experiences may differ from mine, so do feel... read more