[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   It is always difficult to find suitable venues for choir performances.   photo by Ben Dodson   Churches are usually very welcoming (and oft...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Joining a new choir is a bit like going to big school: it’s exciting, but a bit scary and it will take a while to learn the ropes.   p...

A Review of the The UK Choir Festival   As a complete newcomer to the UK Choir Festival, I was intrigued by what the Manchester event would deliver and how a room of 300 individuals could feel included. The answer is simple: energy, and by the...

class="view_more">"Now I Become Myself" by Gwyneth Walker. Text by May Sarton. Recorded live on May 3, 2015, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Concert Choir ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: Wallis...  class="view_more_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreclass="view_more" style="display:none;">"Now I Become Myself" by Gwyneth Walker. Text by May Sarton. Recorded live on May 3, 2015, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Performed by the Concert Choir ensemble of the Girl Choir of South Florida. Artistic Director: Wallis Peterson, Accompanist: Gayle Giese. Now I become myself. It's taken Time, many years and places; I have been dissolved and shaken, Worn other people's faces, Run madly, as if Time were there, Terribly old, crying a warning, "Hurry, you will be dead before--" (What? Before you reach the morning? Or the end of the poem is clear? Or love safe in the walled city?) Now to stand still, to be here, Feel my own weight and density! The black shadow on the paper Is my hand; the shadow of a word As thought shapes the shaper Falls heavy on the page, is heard. All fuses now, falls into place From wish to action, word to silence, My work, my love, my time, my face Gathered into one intense Gesture of growing like a plant. As slowly as the ripening f...    class="view_less_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less

Choir of Hard Knocks 10th Anniversary ‘Hope and Inspiration’ Tour   Melbourne Street Choir Inc presents Choir of Hard Knocks With Founding Artistic Director Dr Jonathon Welch AM   Still Inspiring The World … 10 Years O...

class="view_more">The People's Show Choir West Bromwich 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 res...  class="view_more_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreclass="view_more" style="display:none;">The People's Show Choir West Bromwich 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  

class="view_more">The People's Show Choir Woodford Green 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 re...  class="view_more_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreclass="view_more" style="display:none;">The People's Show Choir Woodford Green 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  

class="view_more">This video shows the Grand Prix performed by VIVA, Sandnes Cultural School Choir, at the 4th Grieg International Choir Festival competition. The youth choir impressed the judges and audience with the stunning combination of Norwegian Folk songs and South ...  class="view_more_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreclass="view_more" style="display:none;">This video shows the Grand Prix performed by VIVA, Sandnes Cultural School Choir, at the 4th Grieg International Choir Festival competition. The youth choir impressed the judges and audience with the stunning combination of Norwegian Folk songs and South African celebration. Enjoy!  

A clip from Barnsley Youth Choir (Youth Section) who will be representing GB in the World Choir Games in Latvia July 2014. Africa by Toto

class="view_more">Love2sing Ltd runs community choirs in Ealing, Ickenham and Hanwell. Come and sing with us at a Love2sing choir near you! All levels and abilities are welcome with No Audition. Choirs meet in Hanwell, Ealing and Ickenham.Take part in fun, friendly and ...  class="view_more_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getNext().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">moreclass="view_more" style="display:none;">Love2sing Ltd runs community choirs in Ealing, Ickenham and Hanwell. Come and sing with us at a Love2sing choir near you! All levels and abilities are welcome with No Audition. Choirs meet in Hanwell, Ealing and Ickenham.Take part in fun, friendly and informative weekly rehearsals plus twice yearly concerts and socials. You will make new friends, get involved in your local community, learn and Love2sing. Styles Include: Pop Musical Theatre Big Band Rock Motown Traditional World Music and more.. At Love2sing It’s all about the singing! No choreography. No need to read music. However, if you do, sheet music and lyrics are provided for all members. You will not have to sing alone or be put on the spot. Concession available. Love2sing Choir Hanwell was founded in 2010 by Hanwell resident Elizabeth Lusty. A true community venture, Love2sing opens its doors to adults of all ages and abilities who just Love2sing. The choir began, at Hanwell Community Centre W7. The first class had only 11 brave singers ...    class="view_less_link" href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="$(this).getParent().getPrevious().style.display='';$(this).getParent().style.display='none';">less