You are here because you have an interest in choral music.  I'm here because it is my passion.  I compose, sing, direct and arrange choral music -- my Choir, The Stairwell Carollers, is my instrument. I've been tuning this instrument now f...

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   It doesn’t take long to form a habit. Sometimes just a tea break, let alone a whole lunchtime. But it can take ages to break a habit.    ...

The first part of my setting of Psalm 42 for Choir, soloists, organ and string orchestra (Ps 42, 2-5). It was recently performed in Lucerne, Switzerland.

We are proud of our reputation for our varied repertoire and our affinity with contemporary Welsh music. Since its formation in 1964, the Choir appears annually at the Welsh Proms and has performed with many of the world’s leading conductors, orchestras a...  moreWe are proud of our reputation for our varied repertoire and our affinity with contemporary Welsh music. Since its formation in 1964, the Choir appears annually at the Welsh Proms and has performed with many of the world’s leading conductors, orchestras and soloists including: Sir Colin Davies; Sir Andrew Davies; Tadaaki Otaka; Owain Arwel Hughes; The London Symphony Orchestra; BBC National Orchestra of Wales; The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra; Raphael Wallfisch, Luciano Pavarotti; Dame Kiri Te Kanawa; Felicity Lott and Bryn Terfel. We have also sung for both the Queen and Nelson Mandela. The Choir’s versatility has led to countless recordings and broadcasts on both Radio and Television, most recently on BBC Radio 4. Commissioning of new works remains High on the Choir’s artistic agenda alongside an active tradition of promoting the work of Welsh composers, notably that of William Mathias, Alun Hoddinott, Geraint Lewis, John Metcalf & Mervyn Burtch. The Choir has toured extensively throughout Europe ...    less

DID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience the joy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice Choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creati...  moreDID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience the joy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice Choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creativity Australia (www.creativityaustralia.org.au) is building a happier, healthier, more inclusive nation through the life-changing With One Voice program. We bridge the gap between people experiencing disadvantage and those more fortunate through the neuro-scientific benefits of community singing. We build supportive networks that help people connect to brighter futures. Creativity Australia is delighted to offer a suite of With One Voice “how to” guide videos, resources and mentoring for individuals, groups and communities looking to start new, inclusive With One Voice Choirs using our innovative social franchise model. Together, we can change the world… one voice at a time. With One Voice Choirs are led by professional conductors and meet weekly, follo...    less

Finalists Top Choir Kent 2014 For ages 11-21 Rehearsals on Mondays during term-time 5.45-6.45pm Emphasis on having fun with our voices, at the same time developing good vocal technique, musicianship and confidence in performing Concerts in local venu...  moreFinalists Top Choir Kent 2014 For ages 11-21 Rehearsals on Mondays during term-time 5.45-6.45pm Emphasis on having fun with our voices, at the same time developing good vocal technique, musicianship and confidence in performing Concerts in local venues and further afield, competitions and festivals Charge £15 a term https://www.facebook.com//Elham-Valley-Voices twitter: @ElhamVoices  

Coral Reyes Bartlet David Martel, piano José Híjar Polo, director Viento Norte, Indianas nº4., texto de León Benarós Iglesia de la Peña de Francia 1 de julio de 2015 Sonido y realización Mediawink

DID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience the joy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice Choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creati...  moreDID YOU KNOW THAT SINGING CHANGES YOUR BRAIN? You’re invited to experience the joy, freedom and inspiration of song at your local With One Voice Choir! Neuroscience proves singing makes people happier, healthier, smarter and more creative. Creativity Australia (www.creativityaustralia.org.au) is building a happier, healthier, more inclusive nation through the life-changing With One Voice program. We bridge the gap between people experiencing disadvantage and those more fortunate through the neuro-scientific benefits of community singing. We build supportive networks that help people connect to brighter futures. Creativity Australia is delighted to offer a suite of With One Voice “how to” guide videos, resources and mentoring for individuals, groups and communities looking to start new, inclusive With One Voice Choirs using our innovative social franchise model. Together, we can change the world… one voice at a time. With One Voice Choirs are led by professional conductors and meet weekly, follo...    less

…B-WARE |dem Chor - are approximately 20 singers with different experiences in singing and almost four years of development. Joy and enthusiasm for common Choir practice led in April 2011 to an establishment of the charitable association B-Ware e.V.. Yo...  more…B-WARE |dem Chor - are approximately 20 singers with different experiences in singing and almost four years of development. Joy and enthusiasm for common Choir practice led in April 2011 to an establishment of the charitable association B-Ware e.V.. Young – vibrant – fresh With our versatile repertoire and a lot of fun singing together we ensure a colourful & melodious mixture.  

Got 2 Sing Contemporary Choirs - across the Midlands: Tel: 03330 146 164 info@got2sing.co.uk www.got2sing.co.uk Adult Choirs in Bewdley, Stourbridge, Worcester, Wolverhampton, Hereford, Telford, Shrewsbury & Gloucester, plus a Youth Choir in Stou...  moreGot 2 Sing Contemporary Choirs - across the Midlands: Tel: 03330 146 164 info@got2sing.co.uk www.got2sing.co.uk Adult Choirs in Bewdley, Stourbridge, Worcester, Wolverhampton, Hereford, Telford, Shrewsbury & Gloucester, plus a Youth Choir in Stourbridge. Got 2 Sing show Choirs offer a dynamic approach to group singing. We offer a fun and friendly environment for you to come along and have a good old sing-song. We all know the feel good factor that comes from singing, so why not give it a go! Join one of your local Choirs today! Love 2 Sing? Join Got 2 Sing!  less