We are a mixed Voice Choir singing a variety of musical styles including classical, pop, musicals, sacred and Scottish songs. Members' ages range from teenagers to octogenarians. To date we have recorded over 30 albums and raised over £1.5 million for charity.

Cuore is an internationally award-winning auditioned mixed-Voice chamber Choir based in Dublin, Ireland and conducted by Amy Ryan. We sing challenging and rewarding music in a friendly committed environment with a wide range of ages and nationalities....  moreCuore is an internationally award-winning auditioned mixed-Voice chamber Choir based in Dublin, Ireland and conducted by Amy Ryan. We sing challenging and rewarding music in a friendly committed environment with a wide range of ages and nationalities. We have a particular affinity for contemporary classical music, having won prizes for interpretation at home and abroad, and regularly present Irish premieres at our Dublin concerts.  

We are a London-based mixed Voice acappella Choir who sing a mixture of folk, pop, jazz and world music. We've been singing together for a number of years and have developed a relaxed, friendly style that's as much fun to listen to as it is to perform ...  moreWe are a London-based mixed Voice acappella Choir who sing a mixture of folk, pop, jazz and world music. We've been singing together for a number of years and have developed a relaxed, friendly style that's as much fun to listen to as it is to perform in. We have performed at a number of venues across London and the South East, and are continually expanding our repertoire and our circle of friends.  

Choral superstar Eric Whitacre conducted the VocalEssence Chorus & Ensemble Singers, The St. Olaf Choir, and the 160-Voice Minnesota High School Honors Choir in a performance of "Cloudburst"--part of the sold-out VocalEssence "Eric Whitacre Extravaganza" ...  moreChoral superstar Eric Whitacre conducted the VocalEssence Chorus & Ensemble Singers, The St. Olaf Choir, and the 160-Voice Minnesota High School Honors Choir in a performance of "Cloudburst"--part of the sold-out VocalEssence "Eric Whitacre Extravaganza" on March 22, 2009 at Orchestra Hall, Minneapolis.  

The Chicagoland Voices is an auditioned Choir from Cary, Illinois. Many of our singers are school music teachers and Voice teachers. We perform a wide variety of music from classical and broadway to pop and vocal jazz. The Choir was founded in 2011 by fri...  moreThe Chicagoland Voices is an auditioned Choir from Cary, Illinois. Many of our singers are school music teachers and Voice teachers. We perform a wide variety of music from classical and broadway to pop and vocal jazz. The Choir was founded in 2011 by friends who have spent their lives teaching others to perform, but whom rarely get the chance to sing anymore. We are directed by Jason Krigas and accompanied by Kathryn Polyack.  

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]     This post is part of a series of occasional Questions and Answers. Just contact Chris if you want to submit a question.     Tim wro...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Some years ago I did some Voice-only arrangements of Queen songs for a weekend workshop. I ended up listening to a lot of Queen recordings!   ...

With age, vocal cords become less flexible and most singers find that it becomes harder to hit the high notes as the years go by. This can become a challenge, especially for older Choir members. It’s important to take care of your voi...

Hullabaloo Community Quire is one of Brighton’s longest established, nationally renowned and much loved Natural Voice Choir... and that means NO auditions, NO sight singing, NO judgements & NO limits! Our strength is in our repertoire and our ethos...  moreHullabaloo Community Quire is one of Brighton’s longest established, nationally renowned and much loved Natural Voice Choir... and that means NO auditions, NO sight singing, NO judgements & NO limits! Our strength is in our repertoire and our ethos. We sing songs of protest, passion and celebration throughout the ages from all around the world. Leaving no generic stone unturned, our repertoire is wildly eclectic and deeply funky; songs to make you laugh, stomp your feet, shiver with harmonic delight and keep coming back for more! Our Musical Director Kirsty Martin explains our vision: “We believe that collective song is a strong and versatile instrument that can move mountains. We stand out from the sing-along Choirs and the corporate choral businesses as a bold creative force; an equitable, exploratory and enjoyable musical community who share and perform innovative vocal music together with a palpable and infectious joy. We’re willing to go where no Choirs have gone before! We are the music makers, ...    less

[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Unlike many ‘traditional’ classical or church Choirs, Natural Voice Choirs seldom use written scores. We don‘t assume that singers who att...