[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]The world can be a scary and upsetting place. When I wrote this back in 2016, here in the UK we were witnessing political infighting, uncertain futures, auster...
[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...
Do you know what Toruń in Poland is famous for? Besides this place is the hometown of the Renaissance mathematician and astronomer, Copernicus, next June this marvelous city will again host to the PER MUSICAM AD ASTRA 2016 International Copernicus Cho...
Are you up for a challenge? Yes? No? Maybe? Do not worry, any answer is good – we have a festival where every choir can find the activity that they feel suits them the most. meeting music kindly invites you to the 6th edition of Laurea Mu...
Photos from previous festivals and a musical invitation to participate in the next edition, which will take place from May 15 to 18, 2026.
Be inspired by a vibrant atmosphere of friendship everybody is thrilled to share the passion for music and singing together! Take the opportunity to sing in beautiful venues and churches at that lovely place!meeting music is looking forward to meet you an...
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] 'Tis the season to be poorly. A warm rehearsal room is the ideal place to spread coughs and sneezes, especially with all that deep breathing and standing c...
Are you a fan of astronomy? Or architecture? Or music? Or good food? Or meeting people from other countries? If you replied “yes” to any of the questions above, then your place is at the 13th Per Musicam Ad Astra International Cope...
According to bookies, it would be in my best interest to place my loonies on the Venus symbol in favour of Prince William and Princess Catherine giving birth to the future Queen of England. I am not a royalist nor even very interested...
[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] The socially-distanced reopening of indoor performances in England was due to take place on 1st August, but the government then postponed it for at least anot...
