I think I speak for everyone when I say that one of the greatest attractions of choral music is the Feeling of union and of fraternity that we can create. After all, the choir is the only instrument that is alive and sounds better the livelier and the mor...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Kirsten left a comment on my post How to be a Good choir member.   photo by Brandon Cripps   She suggested that a Good choir member s...

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I found myself last week arranging a bunch of songs to teach at the weekend. As usual, I’d left it far too late and was Feeling rushed.   &nb...

A performance of Good Night, Dear Heart by D. Forest by the University Chorale of East Central University. Recorded in April, 2016. Dr. J. Steven Walker, conductor.

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I’ve been rather under the weather lately.     I’m not after sympathy, but I did want to write about how we struggle with ou...

men2sing are a vibrant group, singing songs that cross many different styles of music. Using the simple view that a Good song is a Good song, has meant that they bring together a collection of pieces that appeal to a wide audience. The choir delights ...  moremen2sing are a vibrant group, singing songs that cross many different styles of music. Using the simple view that a Good song is a Good song, has meant that they bring together a collection of pieces that appeal to a wide audience. The choir delights in introducing new songs that are connected by their unique choral sound, rather than from a particular genre and it is this wide appeal and their sense of fun that has meant the group is in constant demand and continually attracts new members. Even in its early days the choir never quite conformed to the accepted norms of what should be included in their repertoire. However, this in no way hindered its appeal and it went on to win a number and prestigious competitions including one of the largest Eisteddfods for male choirs in Wales, an award for services to the arts from Chelmsford City Council and passed the advanced choral singing examination of The Associated Board of the Royal College of Music Successive musical directors contributed the choir`s ...    less

Blue Spirit Vocals performance at the Sounding the City morning session on Sunday 21st October 2012 - Gathering Voices Festival of Song www.festivalofsong.org.uk. Blue Spirit Vocals ( http://www.bluespiritvocals.co.uk/ ) are a new and exciting youth ch...  moreBlue Spirit Vocals performance at the Sounding the City morning session on Sunday 21st October 2012 - Gathering Voices Festival of Song www.festivalofsong.org.uk. Blue Spirit Vocals ( http://www.bluespiritvocals.co.uk/ ) are a new and exciting youth choir from Bristol formed in January 2010 and already has over 50 members. These amazingly talented youngsters perform beautiful, uplifting music. The repertoire is an eclectic mix of music ranging from folk to musical, traditional and popular in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Their confidence, infectious enthusiasm and passionate singing make them enchanting to watch. Seasonal performances in and around Bristol, include prestigious venues such as the Colston Hall and Bristol Zoo.  less

Performed by Florida Singing Sons Boychoir, Girlchoir of South Florida and Symphony of the Americas at Amaturo hall.

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] We all have off days, even choir leaders.     Here are a few hints on how to cope when you’re Feeling low or burnt out.   No matte...