Choosing exactly the right repertoire for an ensemble is one of the most essential responsibilities of a conductor. We want music that stimulates growth within the ensemble, and also enriches the musical palette of the singers and of the audience me...
Dear Choral Enthusiasts, Happy Independence Day! As we celebrate the spirit of unity and freedom, I am excited to share some wonderful updates and opportunities to connect through the power of choral music. Creating Together Music has always been a too...
In "A Night of Rhythm & Song" Hummingsong Community Choirs with special guest B'tutta percussion performed Africa by Toto. Raising over $75,000 for women and local children's shelters since 2012. Conducted - Anna Humberstone 250 singers from Hum... more
[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I was running a workshop recently, and somebody grabbed me in the break and said: “I can’t believe how patient you are with us!”. &n...
[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir] There are times when it’s not been appropriate for an audience to clap. Funerals and weddings are the obvious ones. photo by Linda Thomas ...
[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I regularly get emails out of the blue from various singing groups scattered across the globe asking for gigs. Recently I had one from a Russian ensemble, ...
[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir] Many English pop groups in the 60s started off by emulating their cousins from across the pond and sang with an American accent. Cliff Richard still does! ...
musical Director (Antony Currington) accepting the applause after the final song.. He looks pretty pleased and even proud o the team that were able to compete .. Little did he know (Hmm or maybe he had a feeing) that the team had won the 2012 National
InCOROnata 2014
It’s pretty amazing how we pigeon-hole people’s talents and skills. All of us do it, most of the time unknowingly. Our new temporary musical Director, for the adults Choir I play piano for, has some amazing warm ups and he loves takin...
