[this is a version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   I’ve suddenly realised I don’t know what to call myself any more. I used to be a ‘choirmaster’ (a term I got from Gareth Malone and...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Many of you know that I avoid using the ‘C’ word: choir. But there other similar terms that I find just as bad: chorus, chorale, chamber ...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]We are all creatures of habit. Which is no bad thing until it starts to affect what we do adversely. photo by CTRLF5 How many bad habits have you got into ...

Ladies and gentlemen of Reflections all live in Southeast Cornwall, and are drawn together by their love of music, singing in particular. At present we have nineteen members, including our musical director and accompanist, both talented pianists who somet...  moreLadies and gentlemen of Reflections all live in Southeast Cornwall, and are drawn together by their love of music, singing in particular. At present we have nineteen members, including our musical director and accompanist, both talented pianists who sometimes provide a contrast to the choir’s singing with their piano duets. Reflections have given concerts in support of local charities, sometimes sharing the privilege with other choirs and soloists. Many of our venues have been for religious organisations, either within their services and celebrations, or for their related charities. Our repertoire is very varied and includes sacred music and songs from shows and films, with composers from Bach to Goodall, Cole Porter to Elton John. We have had a busy Christmas period with performances at Ridgeway Methodist Church, Plympton, Lanhydrock church and at the Mount Edgcumbe Christmas fair. Our diary can always accommodate new bookings, so if you would like to have a choir at your event or function, don't hesita...    less

We are a chorus of Sweet Adelines, International based in Vancouver, Washington. We welcome women of all ages and a wide range of vocal/musical abilities. We work hard to improve as a group and as individuals. A significant portion of our repertoire is co...  moreWe are a chorus of Sweet Adelines, International based in Vancouver, Washington. We welcome women of all ages and a wide range of vocal/musical abilities. We work hard to improve as a group and as individuals. A significant portion of our repertoire is composed and/or arranged by our director, Paul Olguin  

Grupo Vocal Aequalis was formed in 1998. Since its early days, it has performed compositions from different musical periods spanning from the Renaissance to current times. Nowadays, it mostly interprets pieces by contemporary composers. GVA has don...  moreGrupo Vocal Aequalis was formed in 1998. Since its early days, it has performed compositions from different musical periods spanning from the Renaissance to current times. Nowadays, it mostly interprets pieces by contemporary composers. GVA has done concerts at the main churches, museums and theaters in Buenos Aires, as well as in Mendoza, Mercedes, Tandil and Capilla del Señor. Abroad, GVA has been part of: 2009 - 45 Barcelona International Days of Chorus Singing. Spain. 2011 - Cantus Salisburgenesis. Salzburg, Austria. Choral Festival Saint-Maximin. France. 2013 - Aveyron Choral Festival. France. Concerts in Sant Pere de les Puel•les and Santa Maria del Mar. Barcelona, Spain. 2017 - Barcelona 11th World Symposium on Choral Music. Spain Concert in Carcassonne. France In 2014 as an independent group, GVA invited the highly acclaimed catalan conductor Daniel Mestre Dalmau , who gave concerts and workshops about the Lutheran choral tradition. 2011 TOUR Cantus Salisburgensis 2011...    less

Choir specialising in sacred choral music. We sing at Cathedrals across the UK, deputising when the regular choir is on vacation. The Cavendish Choir was formed in 1994 and has sung at Cathedrals across the UK. Our musical Director is John Dover MMus an...  moreChoir specialising in sacred choral music. We sing at Cathedrals across the UK, deputising when the regular choir is on vacation. The Cavendish Choir was formed in 1994 and has sung at Cathedrals across the UK. Our musical Director is John Dover MMus and our organist is Jonathan Price FRCO.  

Initially formed as part of a school-outreach program with the Quintessential Vocal Ensemble (QVE) in Newfoundland in 2009, Afterglow developed a love of 6-part a cappella music and began searching for new and challenging musical experiences. All members ...  moreInitially formed as part of a school-outreach program with the Quintessential Vocal Ensemble (QVE) in Newfoundland in 2009, Afterglow developed a love of 6-part a cappella music and began searching for new and challenging musical experiences. All members of QVE, the singers range in disciplines from Music to Engineering to the Arts. Afterglow performs frequently throughout St. John’s, including being featured guests on CBC Radio, local television, Festival 500, as well as community concerts and fundraisers. The group writes their own arrangements and began presenting full concerts last spring. Afterglow was one of 11 groups selected world-wide to partake in the Small Vocal Ensembles component of international biennial Festival 500 in July 2011. This will include masterclasses and individual coaching sessions with Bob Chilcott and Finnish group, Rajaton. As a result of their acceptance, the group was awarded a substantial Professional Project Grant from the Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council. Afterglow ...    less

A Handful of Harmonies is a hobby with a difference! The group gives women from 16 to 70+ the opportunity to share the joy and proven health benefits of singing with like-minded people in a fun and creative environment. Weekly sessions, under the instr...  moreA Handful of Harmonies is a hobby with a difference! The group gives women from 16 to 70+ the opportunity to share the joy and proven health benefits of singing with like-minded people in a fun and creative environment. Weekly sessions, under the instruction of a highly enthusiastic and experienced Natural Voice Practitioner and registered British Voice Association teacher, will provide opportunities for you to sing in harmony, discover new techniques and to improve your musicality, understanding and appreciation of music. With your newly found confidence you will tackle more complicated and challenging musical arrangements and enjoy hearing the finished result – just for pleasure! Whilst we “work” hard these sessions are enjoyable social events. There is discipline and structure but also fun, laughter and a strong sense of teamwork as we rehearse songs from a variety of genres, performing new musical arrangements to suit a variety of tastes. No previous experience is required but enthusiasm is a must. ...    less

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir] I was trawling through a bunch of choir websites the other day in order to send out some information about a workshop I’m running.     I ...