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  • SABELANI Music Initiative Music for Nation Building

    Arts Development during the COVID19 Pandemic

    Added July 12, 2020 by SABELANI Music Initiative Music for Nation Building - 689 views - 0 comments

    We 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

  • Chris Rowbury

    How can I extend my vocal range as a singer?

    Added July 8, 2020 by Chris Rowbury - 1369 views - 0 comments

    [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

  • Chris Rowbury

    How do you know if you’re singing the right thing?

    Added July 1, 2020 by Chris Rowbury - 1506 views - 0 comments

    [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

  • Singing To Your Dog: All The Reasons Why You Should Sing To Your Pet

    Added July 1, 2020 by Jackie Edwards - 5904 views - 0 comments

    The 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

  • Chris Rowbury

    How to get the most out of singing online – a guide for singers

    Added June 24, 2020 by Chris Rowbury - 1538 views - 0 comments

    [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

  • Atmospheric Music For Your All-Abilities Choir

    Added June 24, 2020 by Jackie Edwards - 1205 views - 0 comments

    Atmospheric 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

  • MakeAmericaLoveAgain

    The Greatest Gospel Choir Event of 2020 - "MakeAmerica Love Again"

    Added June 18, 2020 by MakeAmericaLoveAgain - 1117 views - 0 comments

    Spike 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

  • Chris Rowbury

    Is your choir name fit for purpose?

    Added June 17, 2020 by Chris Rowbury - 1459 views - 0 comments

    [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

  • Chris Rowbury

    Discover the joys of singing on your own

    Added June 10, 2020 by Chris Rowbury - 1117 views - 0 comments

    [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

  • Tim Knight

    Some cheery news !

    Added June 5, 2020 by Tim Knight - 823 views - 0 comments

    Amidst the current gloom, it cheered us up no end to receive this review from @RSCM Magazine this month for 'Six Anthems for Mixed Voices' - there are some lovely recordings on our Youtube Channel of some of them. In particular, 'If my lips could sing' and 'I will lift up mine eyes'.... for choirs looking for short and... read more