[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Two weeks ago I wrote about how individuals choose where to stand within their part (Don't stand too close to me! - finding the right place to stand in yo...

The Musical Directors of three Cornish Male Voice Choirs talk about how their choirs have coped so far during the Covid crisis.

Rendezvous was formed in Toronto in 2008 when 3 prairie-born best friends were singing in a stairwell, and a complete stranger asked them if they needed a fourth. The rest is history. The Line-up of Rendezvous is: Danny Fong (tenor) - voice major Bro...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreRendezvous was formed in Toronto in 2008 when 3 prairie-born best friends were singing in a stairwell, and a complete stranger asked them if they needed a fourth. The rest is history. The Line-up of Rendezvous is: Danny Fong (tenor) - voice major Brodie Cuff (lead) - voice major Andrew Kesler (baritone) - piano major Rob McLaren (bass) - guitar major Since their inception, Rendezvous has been singing strong at barbershop chapter shows, private functions and schools where it is their goal to spread the magic of barbershop singing to a younger audience. Rendezvous has charmed audiences throughout Canada and the United States with their energetic and fun shows, yet the driving force of these four young men is their dedication to musicality. Rendezvous has been gaining an international fanbase as well, as all of it's members are avid "Youtube Multitrackers", posting videos of tags and full songs of the group recording in studios. Rendezvous has r...    ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

Singing is back and we can't Wait to holler at the top of our voices. Why not come along and try a free taster!? Choose from either 27th September or 4th October. Whether complete beginner, shower singer or more experienced singer, this choir w...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreSinging is back and we can't Wait to holler at the top of our voices. Why not come along and try a free taster!? Choose from either 27th September or 4th October. Whether complete beginner, shower singer or more experienced singer, this choir welcomes you! There are no auditions and no requirements to read music, you just need to love to sing! This term we will be celebrating the amazing feeling of singing in, and being surrounded by harmony and, especially with the venue we'll be rehearsing in, it's set to be a good one! As ever we'll be singing classic pop and soul songs, perhaps with a curve ball surprise just for fun, no winter blues for us! Choir runs from 27th September - 13th December. 11 rehearsals, 1 dress rehearsal and a gig on Saturday 18th December. If you love your taster and decide to join for the term, the term fee is £100. Taster places are limited as are places in the choir, we advise to book early. **Please remember that coming along to a free tast...    ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

Bill Sveglini arranged this classic Bob McGee a-capella piece, including the addition of a descant Line. It is rather fine in its simplicity hiding and then revealing a multitude of harmonic possibilities, starting as it does in unison and suddenly breaki...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreBill Sveglini arranged this classic Bob McGee a-capella piece, including the addition of a descant Line. It is rather fine in its simplicity hiding and then revealing a multitude of harmonic possibilities, starting as it does in unison and suddenly breaking into glorious harmony. Bill’s descant is a nice touch, like adding a cherry to the cake. It is dedicated to "Spirits Free" of the Burlingame United Methodist Church, Burlingame, California.  

6-part vocal version of the Cup Song Wait out for the arrangement twist in the middle!

Just a tip of the Iceberg! The Wait is finally over, Canzona is Here! Gloria!!! Gloria!!! We Sing, in Praise Of God's Goodness. Music: Sognore di Volare (Civilization VI theme) by Christopher Tin. Tickets are available for purchase. Save the ...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreJust a tip of the Iceberg! The Wait is finally over, Canzona is Here! Gloria!!! Gloria!!! We Sing, in Praise Of God's Goodness. Music: Sognore di Volare (Civilization VI theme) by Christopher Tin. Tickets are available for purchase. Save the date - June 12th, 2021. It's gonna be Huge, it's gonna be Breathtaking. For adverts placement and sponsorship packages please contact: 09037703944 . . #CanzonaXII #inPRAGG #goldenvoiceschoir #staccfuto #thepraiseconcert #laudem #musica #inPraiseOfGod'sGoodness #LetGodsmercyguideUs  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

Valentine Singers have gained a reputation for high quality performances with a welcoming atmosphere, both locally and further afield. Our repertoire embraces operatic and lighter music alongside classical choral works, with orchestra, from Bach to Berns...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreValentine Singers have gained a reputation for high quality performances with a welcoming atmosphere, both locally and further afield. Our repertoire embraces operatic and lighter music alongside classical choral works, with orchestra, from Bach to Bernstein, and a wide range of a cappella repertoire, which we have also toured abroad. Our second CD was released in November 2009. A friendly choir of 60-70 singers, we give four main local concerts a year and enjoy touring. Since 2002, our concert tours have included Lake Garda, Venice, Umbria, Tuscany, Kraków, Amiens and Ghent. in the UK we have performed at the London Coliseum (2006), Ely Cathedral (2007), the Southbank Centre (2010) and Winchester Cathedral (2011).  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

I watched Mary Poppins at least a dozen times, which explains the name of my musical choir. Wait for it.. The Merry Poppins. Last Sunday we performed in Café De Pianist in Amsterdam. That's me in the bottom right corner playing and conducting :) We per...  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreI watched Mary Poppins at least a dozen times, which explains the name of my musical choir. Wait for it.. The Merry Poppins. Last Sunday we performed in Café De Pianist in Amsterdam. That's me in the bottom right corner playing and conducting :) We performed songs from musicals such as Hair, Fiddler on the Roof, Sister Act, and of course Mary Poppins. This is Sister Suffragette, the marching song of our choir. Check out our Amsterdam choir: https://singwell.eu/choir-the-merry-poppins/ For a chance to win a singing lesson with me: https:/singwell.eu  ink" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

Music Niagara Festival launches its 21st season with 29 concerts in four weeks spanning from July 14th to August 11th.    This seasons Line up celebrates and presents a wide range of genres that span the musical spectrum—chamber mus...