Tania de Jong AM makes the case that people Singing together can change the brain. Pushing the idea that creativity is the strategic tool of the 21st century, she says how our voices have been silenced and that It's not doing us any good. She explains how...  moreTania de Jong AM makes the case that people Singing together can change the brain. Pushing the idea that creativity is the strategic tool of the 21st century, she says how our voices have been silenced and that It's not doing us any good. She explains how Singing is a survival mechanism, how it makes our hearts beat together and can help heal strokes and depression. With Singing, and the potential she believes it has, Tania dedicates herself to enhancing and promoting ingenuity and founded Creativity Australia and Creative Universe to do so. As a leading Australian soprano and through 'With One Voice', Tania works with disadvantaged communities. In 2008 she was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for services to the arts and for the establishment and development of arts enrichment programs for schools and communities. Connect with Tania: Tw: @TaniadeJong FB: https://www.facebook.com/taniadjongam Ln: http://www.linkedin.com/in/taniadejong G+: https://plus.google.com/102004449932208558046/posts...    less

Live recording of The Philippine Madrigal Singers during the final round of the Vocal Ensemble Category at the Florilege Vocal de Tours (France) 2006 - winning 3 First Prizes and the "Grand Prix de la Ville de Tours" - earning them the right to compete fo...  moreLive recording of The Philippine Madrigal Singers during the final round of the Vocal Ensemble Category at the Florilege Vocal de Tours (France) 2006 - winning 3 First Prizes and the "Grand Prix de la Ville de Tours" - earning them the right to compete for the second time in the prestigious European Grand Prix in Arezzo (August 2007). "Dayo Dayo Kupita" -based on a Maranao children's chant composer: Nilo Alcala II  

The renaissance madrigal, My Bonny Lass, was the first song of the Stairwell Carollers 40th anniversary concert, May 5, 2017. The Stairwell Carollers with guest, Gabriel Lewis-O'Connor. The concert was the Grand finale of a weekend workshop event with...  moreThe renaissance madrigal, My Bonny Lass, was the first song of the Stairwell Carollers 40th anniversary concert, May 5, 2017. The Stairwell Carollers with guest, Gabriel Lewis-O'Connor. The concert was the Grand finale of a weekend workshop event with Gabriel Lewis-O'Connor ( Chanticleer alumnus and professional singer and choral conductor). Three choirs from Glebe Collegiate and Gabriel Lewis-O'Connor joined The Stairwell Carollers in workshops at the Galilee Centre and in concert. Our thanks to Rachel Handley, Glebe choir director and music teacher. Get our professional recordings here... http://www.stairwellcarollers.com/Purchases.html All Stairwell Carollers CDs benefit charities and are available on our website in both CD and MP3 formats. This non-profit organization raises funds for local charities through concert, CD and cookbook sales. The Stairwell Carollers, an a cappella group formed in 1977 by director Pierre Massie, has earned the distinction of being ranked amongst the best of O...    less

Bridgnorth Choral Society presented an emotional and moving performance of J H Maunder's Olivet to Calvary at their Concert of Easter Music on Saturday Night. The piece depicted the last few days of Christ's life on earth, from his entry into Jerusalem an...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I run Singing workshops all over the place (why not book me and try one?).   Photo by C. Moses   At some places the workshops are full and...

A performance in the international choir competition in Bratislava, where the choir won the Grand Prix of the entire competition in addition to three gold medals in various categories.

Our performance of compulsory piece Ave Maria by Colin Mawby at Venezia in Musica 2011, where our choir won the Grand Prix. And, of course, a special prize for best performance of this composition. Enjoy!

Why are you or aren't you Singing regularly?  Are you Singing in choir or just the shower?  Have you ever wondered if you really should bother.  Check out this quotation.        1.  Use it or lose it - If we...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Most choirs rehearse for months to perfect their songs before they perform.   the Big Night Out Community Choir for BBC Children in Need 201...

A jolly Renaissance madrigal, El grillo, by Josquin des Prez is performed by Ottawa's Stairwell Carollers with guest, Gabriel Lewis-O'Connor. From The Stairwell Carollers 40th anniversary concert, May 5, 2017. This concert was the Grand finale of a...  moreA jolly Renaissance madrigal, El grillo, by Josquin des Prez is performed by Ottawa's Stairwell Carollers with guest, Gabriel Lewis-O'Connor. From The Stairwell Carollers 40th anniversary concert, May 5, 2017. This concert was the Grand finale of a weekend workshop event with Gabriel Lewis-O'Connor ( Chanticleer alumnus and professional singer and choral conductor). Three choirs from Glebe Collegiate and Gabriel Lewis-O'Connor joined The Stairwell Carollers in workshops at the Galilee Centre and in concert. Our thanks to Rachel Handley, Glebe choir director and music teacher. Get our professional recordings here... http://www.stairwellcarollers.com/Purchases.html All Stairwell Carollers CDs benefit charities and are available on our website in both CD and MP3 formats. This non-profit organization raises funds for local charities through concert, CD and cookbook sales. The Stairwell Carollers, an a cappella group formed in 1977 by director Pierre Massie, has earned the distinction of being r...    less