[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the CHOIR]   A few years ago I was asked by BBC Radio Suffolk to create a CHOIR from scratch to perform in a concert in aid of Children in Need: The Big Night Out...

The CHOIR was founded in 1986 by Mr. Albert Morland who has since held the reigns in his very capable conducting hands. During this time the CHOIR has achieved success on many levels: Locally they have received 10 golden diplomas on provincial level for t...  moreThe CHOIR was founded in 1986 by Mr. Albert Morland who has since held the reigns in his very capable conducting hands. During this time the CHOIR has achieved success on many levels: Locally they have received 10 golden diplomas on provincial level for the “ATKV Applous” competition in the category for advanced, mixed high school CHOIRs; and 7 golden diplomas on national level for the same competition. They were the only CHOIR in the history of the Director’s trophy who won the award 8 times and they were also the first to do so in all three categories: mixed- (5 times), boys’- (twice) and girls’ CHOIR (once). They have also received double gold at the Gauteng Eisteddfod, A and A+ awards at the Pretoria Beeld Eisteddfod and first place in their category in more than one local competition. They have annual workshops and master classes with well-known and respected conductors (both locally and internationally) and have hosted many international CHOIRs and groups. They regularly tour different parts of South Afric...    less

Coastal Sound Children’s CHOIR Diana Clark, artistic director Barry Yamanouchi, accompanist Coastal Sound Children’s CHOIR aims to inspire each young singer to be their best–as musicians and as contributing engaged citizens–through choral singing...  moreCoastal Sound Children’s CHOIR Diana Clark, artistic director Barry Yamanouchi, accompanist Coastal Sound Children’s CHOIR aims to inspire each young singer to be their best–as musicians and as contributing engaged citizens–through choral singing. Under the direction of Diana Clark since 2009, Children’s CHOIR consists of caring young musicians from diverse cultural heritages, ages 9-15 years old. Storytelling, joy of singing, connection and flexibility of performance are the core values of this group. The CHOIR also loves to work with guest conductors and share with other CHOIRs. They have recently been guest singers with Vancouver Chamber CHOIR. Since 1989, when Donna Otto founded the group, Coastal Sound Children’s CHOIR has performed at important cultural events in Greater Vancouver and Whistler, has toured extensively throughout the world, and has co-hosted the Coastal Sound International Choral Festival. coastalsoundmusic.com  less

The SFU CHOIR rehearses at Simon Fraser University's Burnaby campus (even though ANYONE willing to come up the mountain every week can join). The CHOIR performs concerts each semester and also sings at Remembrance Day ceremonies, convocation ceremonie...  moreThe SFU CHOIR rehearses at Simon Fraser University's Burnaby campus (even though ANYONE willing to come up the mountain every week can join). The CHOIR performs concerts each semester and also sings at Remembrance Day ceremonies, convocation ceremonies, and other events on campus and in the community. We are a volunteer, non-auditioned group open to all, but CHOIR members are expected to regularly attend rehearsals and the semester retreat, and to practice their parts on their own time. We usually put up practice files under “Resources” (members-only access) so that you can download your part and listen to it on whatever portable music-playing device you own. No musical experience is needed, but the ability to read music is an asset (if you can't read music, we'll help you learn).  less

Komorni zbor Orfej / Chamber CHOIR Orfej was formed in 1989. The CHOIR's permanent artistic director is Romana Rek. In the past years, Chamber CHOIR Orfej has received a number of awards, which places them among the more prominent Slovenian CHOIRs. Orfej...  moreKomorni zbor Orfej / Chamber CHOIR Orfej was formed in 1989. The CHOIR's permanent artistic director is Romana Rek. In the past years, Chamber CHOIR Orfej has received a number of awards, which places them among the more prominent Slovenian CHOIRs. Orfej has proven its high level of vocal performance in April 2010 at the prestigious Slovene national CHOIR competition ‘Naša Pesem’ (i. e. ‘Our Song’). The CHOIR scored 93 points, received the gold award, and the second prize in the category ‘mixed CHOIRs’.  

In the World CHOIR Championships which was held in Graz, Austria between 10th-17th July 2011, Boğaziçi Jazz CHOIR became the 'WORLD CHAMPION' in Contemporary Music and Folklore categories, and got the 'second prize' in Mixed CHOIRs category. Also winning ...  moreIn the World CHOIR Championships which was held in Graz, Austria between 10th-17th July 2011, Boğaziçi Jazz CHOIR became the 'WORLD CHAMPION' in Contemporary Music and Folklore categories, and got the 'second prize' in Mixed CHOIRs category. Also winning 2 more gold medals in 'Grand Prix of Choral Music' the champions competed in, the CHOIR has come back to Turkey with a total of 5 gold medals. We would like to give special thanks to our main sponsor Finansbank, transportation sponsor Pegasus Airlines and everyone who has supported and given us the opportunity to take great pride in this success. The CHOIR's video clip watched about 1.000.000 times in several platforms: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9TQWTa7Svk Boğaziçi Jazz CHOIR www.facebook.com/bumcjazzCHOIR www.myspace.com/bumcjazzCHOIR bumkcazkorosu.tumblr.com Conductor: Masis Aram Gözbek www.facebook.com/masisaramgozbek www.myspace.com/masisaramgozbek masisgozbek@gmail.com * * * 10-17 Temmuz tarihlerinde Avusturya'nın Graz kenti...    less

    The Major Minors Children’s CHOIR in New Zealand, is celebrating 5 years of singing this month. The CHOIR that started out as a 3 month project with no name  in 2012 is in final preparations for a special anniversary concert i...

The People's Show CHOIR Wimbledon is a community-friendly CHOIR. You do not need any previous music experience to be part of this lovely community. Imagine joining a CHOIR with no audition that offers professionally led rehearsals and a variety of resourc...  moreThe People's Show CHOIR Wimbledon is a community-friendly CHOIR. You do not need any previous music experience to be part of this lovely community. Imagine joining a CHOIR with no audition that offers professionally led rehearsals and a variety of resources to help you improve  

The University CHOIR is the premier auditioned ensemble of Colorado Christian University. The ensemble focuses on a cappella sacred repertoire but also performs world music. The University CHOIR is a regular performer at conferences and tours annually.

CHOIR’S PROFILE: DIVINE CHORALE-GHANA Divine Chorale-Ghana, a non-profit CHOIR, was established as the main performing CHOIR under the Pat-Darko Divine Music Chamber now EmmRac INNOVATIONS in the Kumasi city in June 2010 and has raised the standard of ch...  moreCHOIR’S PROFILE: DIVINE CHORALE-GHANA Divine Chorale-Ghana, a non-profit CHOIR, was established as the main performing CHOIR under the Pat-Darko Divine Music Chamber now EmmRac INNOVATIONS in the Kumasi city in June 2010 and has raised the standard of choral music performance since its existence. It was officially inaugurated in September 2011 and was widely attended by thousands of choral music lovers across the country. The group has performed at numerous high profile functions like the international leadership awards night (tuzoya oungozi), national peace makers rally at the national theater among others. The group also embarked on a nationwide peace campaign tour which was dubbed "11.11.12 - Sing Ghana 4 peace". The CHOIR is noted for music evangelism and charity projects in Ghana. Notable is the annual Community Music Evangelism Project (Com-MEP) which won the best humanitarian concert of the year in 2016. Type of Ensemble: Mixed Voice CHOIR Membership: 66 Chief P...    less