We are an 80-strong SATB choir in our 55th season and, while we sing a varied repertoire, we are best known for our spirited performances of the Great and exciting choral works. In recent years, works which we have performed include Bach ‘Magnificat’, ...  moreWe are an 80-strong SATB choir in our 55th season and, while we sing a varied repertoire, we are best known for our spirited performances of the Great and exciting choral works. In recent years, works which we have performed include Bach ‘Magnificat’, Vivaldi ‘Gloria’, Mozart ‘Requiem’, Orff ‘Carmina Burana’, Rossini ‘Stabat Mater’, Dvorak ‘Mass in D’, Tippett ‘A Child of our Time’, Handel 'Messiah' and Verdi ‘Requiem’.' We engage professional soloists and orchestra, to perform with the choir. Since March 2015 our Musica Director is Adam Treadaway. We perform three concerts a year at St George's Church Beckenham with weekly rehearsals from September to June at the St George's Church Hall. These venues are close to Beckenham Junction Rail and Tram Stations and on many bus routes. Car parking is also available at the St George's public car park.  less

Inspired by the Great choral works of the medieval and early modern periods, the ensemble creates colourful programmes to illustrate musical or historical themes. Directed by David Skinner, Alamire has embarked on an ambitious ten year 30-disc project to ...  moreInspired by the Great choral works of the medieval and early modern periods, the ensemble creates colourful programmes to illustrate musical or historical themes. Directed by David Skinner, Alamire has embarked on an ambitious ten year 30-disc project to record a library of early English choral music. Skinner’s performing editions will be published by Edition Peters. He is also guest blogger on renaissance repertoire for Eric Whitacre.  

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I have learnt a Great deal since I started my first choir in 1997. WorldSong in Coventry, June 2000 If I were starting a choir again today I may well do t...

The UCT Choir sings 'Weeping' at the 2011 Health Sciences Graduation Ceremony. Great song but the recording quality is handheld.

At MumSing you’ll be singing some Great songs. Anything from your favourite musicals, Gospel, 80’s ballads, 90’s RnB and obviously, Disney! I’m sorry, but if you don’t like Disney, you just can’t join! LOL! Childcare is always difficult and expensive. ...  moreAt MumSing you’ll be singing some Great songs. Anything from your favourite musicals, Gospel, 80’s ballads, 90’s RnB and obviously, Disney! I’m sorry, but if you don’t like Disney, you just can’t join! LOL! Childcare is always difficult and expensive. With MumSing, you can bring your children with you. Just make sure they have their favourite toy and snacks. Our MumSing sessions are not only during the day. We also have evening sessions as well  

DID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience the Joy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creat...  moreDID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience the Joy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creativity Australia (www.creativityaustralia.org.au) is building a happier, healthier, more inclusive nation through the life-changing With One Voice program. We bridge the gap between people experiencing disadvantage and those more fortunate through the neuro-scientific benefits of community singing. We build supportive networks that help people connect to brighter futures. Creativity Australia is delighted to offer a suite of With One Voice “how to” guide videos, resources and mentoring for individuals, groups and communities looking to start new, inclusive With One Voice choirs using our innovative social franchise model. Together, we can change the world… one voice at a time. With One Voice choirs are led by professional conductors and meet weekly, fo...    less

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Back in 2008, BBC television ran a series called Last Choir Standing, basically a knock-out choir competition.     On their website they...

We strive to become the standard for choral excellence in the Las Vegas Valley and across Nevada. Our goal is share high quality choral literature between Great singers and with the audiences of our community. We also aim to help other arts ensembles in t...  moreWe strive to become the standard for choral excellence in the Las Vegas Valley and across Nevada. Our goal is share high quality choral literature between Great singers and with the audiences of our community. We also aim to help other arts ensembles in the valley to build a stronger music community.  

The Greatest Show is still one of our favourite musicals. And here is Great one. This an easy to intermediate song for Soprano 1, 2 and alto in the key of B flat. Click here to purchase sheet music - https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/se/ID_No/250774/...  moreThe Greatest Show is still one of our favourite musicals. And here is Great one. This an easy to intermediate song for Soprano 1, 2 and alto in the key of B flat. Click here to purchase sheet music - https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/se/ID_No/250774/Product.aspx Midi Backing track available at www.vocallysound.co.uk This pack includes the following mp3's and lyrics: Sop 1 Sop 2 Alto FULL PDF Lyrics  

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   “In our choir we’re not allowed to use words in concerts.”   Photo by Kaptain Kobold   Great idea. In principle. But how...