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by[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] There are plenty of studies now about the many benefits of singing together. But they only look at the experience of the singers in a choir. I’d like to consider what choir leaders get out of leading a choi... read more
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byWe are reaching out to all to help with our Fundraiser! https://sabelanimusic.wixsite.com/sabelanimusic/fundraiser About our Project! Our Goal?1.. Focus on Grade 1 to Grade 3 Music education during the COVID-19 Pandemic2.. We will employ the services of a tutor to hold classes with our enrolled singers for a 3 hour ... read more
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by[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I often get asked this, along with “How can I sing high without hurting myself?” photo by Allisonnik There is no quick fix, but here are some ideas that might help you. When I first started singing ... read more
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by[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Often, at the end of a singing workshop, someone will tell me that they didn’t think they were singing the right thing and ask if there is anything they can do about it. photo by Xavier Vergés It’s of... read more
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byThe Covid-19 pandemic has caused worldwide cancellations of mass gatherings, including concerts, choral competitions, and performances as a way to prevent the further spread of the virus. As a result, artists have turned to technology as a way to perform again, with big acts such as Josh Groban, BTS, Pearl Jam, and the... read more
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by[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Choirs are not meeting at the moment so lots of you have gone online to sing. Given that it will be just you singing at a screen, what can you do to get the most out of an online singing session? DISCLAIMER: I&rsq... read more
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byAtmospheric choral music often includes at least four harmony parts, sometimes many more. For the average village or community choir this can be a challenge to say the least, especially when many of the singers have limited experience or are non-music readers. For an all-abilities choir often music is best learned... read more
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bySpike Lee said “Make America Love Again”. Welcome to the greatest Gospel Project of the century so far, supported by Stevie Wonder. This will be the anthem for 2020! YOU CAN HEAL THE SOUL OF AMERICA using your voice and your spirit. America has suffered and is suffering these days. We want change and we bel... read more
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by[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Many choir names are descriptive and give a clear idea of what kind of choir it is.But choirs change over time. Maybe your choir name doesn’t fit what you do any longer. different kinds of choir names There are many... read more
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by[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Opportunities to sing with others, especially in harmony, are very rare when you’re confined to your house. This could be a chance to discover the joys of singing on your own. Like many of you I love singing... read more