[The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from 25 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 th...

This video shows the Grand Prix performed by VIVA, Sandnes Cultural School Choir, at the 4th Grieg International Choir Festival competition. The youth choir impressed the judges and audience with the stunning combination of Norwegian Folk songs and South ...  moreThis video shows the Grand Prix performed by VIVA, Sandnes Cultural School Choir, at the 4th Grieg International Choir Festival competition. The youth choir impressed the judges and audience with the stunning combination of Norwegian Folk songs and South African celebration. Enjoy!  

Most Singers know Messiah pretty well, but how would you feel having to walk out on stage for a complete Messiah performance without your score?   That's exactly what the members of Bristol Choral Society will be doing this Saturday 22 December at ...

Hello everyone, I've developed MixMyPart.com which is an online application to help Singers learn their harmony parts and practice from home.  Teachers, Choir Directors, and Music Directors can prepare their own recordings for use in our multitrac...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   As they say: size doesn’t matter, it’s what you do with it that counts.   Measuring lung capacity with a spirometer The University of...

This was originally published on the Embro Thistle Singers blog.  The phrase is that curved line in a piece of music that is like climbing a mountain.  You start out with lots of excitement.  It is hard work to go up that slanted side an...

Pierre Massie's original composition, "I Saw a Swete Semly Syght" . Performed by Ottawa choir, The Stairwell Carollers. The Stairwell Carollers are an Cappella Ottawa choir, formed in 1977 by director Pierre Massie. A non-profit organization, they raise f...  morePierre Massie's original composition, "I Saw a Swete Semly Syght" . Performed by Ottawa choir, The Stairwell Carollers. The Stairwell Carollers are an Cappella Ottawa choir, formed in 1977 by director Pierre Massie. A non-profit organization, they raise funds for local charities through concert, CD and cookbook sales.  

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] There are many reasons why you might have to stay home and not be able to get to choir. How can you keep your choral and musical interests alive? Here are 1...

Salvacosta sing this well known seasonal Classic Christmas song from The Christmas Collection. The Christmas Song Mel Torme & Bob Wells Arr. Derric Johnson Copyright 1946 Chappel-Morris Ltd Performed by Salvacosta Featuring Michelle Bowman DMB Mu...  moreSalvacosta sing this well known seasonal Classic Christmas song from The Christmas Collection. The Christmas Song Mel Torme & Bob Wells Arr. Derric Johnson Copyright 1946 Chappel-Morris Ltd Performed by Salvacosta Featuring Michelle Bowman DMB Music www.dmbmusic.co.uk Video Creation - Kingsbere Designs www.darrenbartlett.co.uk Copyright DMB MUSIC 2016  

The ensemble is made up of approximately 70 Singers aged between 12 and 17 years. As well as attending weekly rehearsals, the members of this ensemble are committed to music studies and/or voice training. They also participate in a variety of wonderful pe...  moreThe ensemble is made up of approximately 70 Singers aged between 12 and 17 years. As well as attending weekly rehearsals, the members of this ensemble are committed to music studies and/or voice training. They also participate in a variety of wonderful performance opportunities, recordings and a touring program. Brisbane Birralee Voices is acknowledged on home shores and abroad as one of Australia's finest children's choirs. The program encourages young Singers to develop their vocal technique and attain musical excellence and there is a strong focus on nurturing the individual in a broader sense. In addition to the excitement of achieving High artistic goals and the personal enrichment experienced by each member, there is an emphasis placed on the benefits of sharing their gift of music with others and the intrinsic value of music within society. This helps develop generosity of spirit, tolerance and acceptance of cultural diversity. They meet the demands of their performance and touring schedule by ha...    less