Established in 1975, the Cape Cod Chapter (Surftones) is a men's Singing organization that is dedicated to excellence in chorus and quartet a cappella Singing. It is the mission of the Surftones to: Promote and preserve barbershop harmony and educate t...  moreEstablished in 1975, the Cape Cod Chapter (Surftones) is a men's Singing organization that is dedicated to excellence in chorus and quartet a cappella Singing. It is the mission of the Surftones to: Promote and preserve barbershop harmony and educate the public in this truly American musical style Strive for excellence in Singing a cappella harmony Encourage continued improvement in the Singing capabilities of all our members, as individuals and as chorus and quartet members Encourage fellowship and camaraderie among members and their families Perform publicly throughout the year for both charitable and paid functions Initiate, promote, support, and participate in charitable projects Promote and support the Vision and Mission of the Barbershop Harmony Society The Cape Cod Surftones is a chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society and is a Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization.  less

-- CURRENTLY DORMANT -- The Overture Choir is an audition-free, community choir from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, which focuses on making Singing accessible and enjoyable for community members of all ages (18+).

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I was collecting money at a workshop recently (something I nearly always forget as I always get so carried away with the Singing!) and somebody mention...

There is no need to be able to read music and your Singing ability doesn’t matter; this choir is about joining together for a sing along for an hour each Tuesday and having fun. Caroline Mander is a hugely experienced choir leader and her background in mu...  moreThere is no need to be able to read music and your Singing ability doesn’t matter; this choir is about joining together for a sing along for an hour each Tuesday and having fun. Caroline Mander is a hugely experienced choir leader and her background in musical theatre gives her the perfect platform from which to lead you in renditions of uplifting songs from many different genres.  

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I like being in charge, as do most choir and Singing workshop leaders. Our job mainly consists of telling people what to do and helping them to sing ...

A non auditioned choir Singing a hugely eclectic range of arrangements, mainly bespoke, but also

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] The last time I was in a room with a group of singers was nearly six months ago. If I had known then that I wouldn’t be Singing like that for the fore...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]At any Singing workshop I run there will probably be someone who already knows one of the songs I’m teaching. photo by Sludge G If that is you, what ...

[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...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   To sit or not to sit, that is the question. Whether ‘tis better to be standing whilst Singing, or to rest one’s weary bottom on the nearest ch...