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Harmonia Sacra
Formed by Peter Leech in 2009, specifically for the performance of late-Renaissance and early-Baroque music to the highest standards, Harmonia Sacra received critical acclaim at their inaugural Advent Reflections concert at the church of St Thomas the Mar... moreFormed by Peter Leech in 2009, specifically for the performance of late-Renaissance and early-Baroque music to the highest standards, Harmonia Sacra received critical acclaim at their inaugural Advent Reflections concert at the church of St Thomas the Martyr, Bristol.
Described as ‘a fine body of singers’ by John Packwood in the Bristol Evening Post, they have Delighted audiences with their fresh, inspiring interpretations of choral repertory from many centuries.
Members of the choir come from many parts of the UK for intensive weekends of music-making, culminating in concerts acclaimed for their invigorating choral sound, clarity of tone and texture, and innovative programming.
In June 2010 Harmonia Sacra were invited to perform a programme of music by early seventeenth-century English Recusant musicians (including William Byrd, Richard Dering and Peter Philips) for a Swansea University History conference at Oystermouth. The concert featured a unique and rare exhibition of seventeenth-century books and music... less
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J Singers
The J Singers combine singing ‘seriously for pleasure’ with performing charity fund-raising concerts throughout the county of Somerset. We sing a varied mix of music from traditional ballads and songs from the West End shows, to popular numbers. We welcom... moreThe J Singers combine singing ‘seriously for pleasure’ with performing charity fund-raising concerts throughout the county of Somerset. We sing a varied mix of music from traditional ballads and songs from the West End shows, to popular numbers. We welcome new adult members with or without prior choral experience. You do need some musical ability, but it's not essential to read music. Rehearsals are in Wembdon, near Bridgwater, on a Tuesday evening.
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Eliza’s Toyes
In the summer of 2005, a few singers in the Madison Early Music Festival DeciDed that it was a fine iDea to get together and Delight themselves with singing madrigals. The group's first piece—William Byrd’s “This sweet and merry month of May”, whose endin... moreIn the summer of 2005, a few singers in the Madison Early Music Festival DeciDed that it was a fine iDea to get together and Delight themselves with singing madrigals. The group's first piece—William Byrd’s “This sweet and merry month of May”, whose ending celebrated Queen Elizabeth I with the words
And greet Eliza with a rhyme:
O beauteous Queen of Second Troy,
Take well in worth a simple toy.
proviDed a great name for the group. Eliza’s Toyes was born, and existed every summer in Madison, Wisconsin.
In 2008, a fair number of singers who were in Eliza's Toyes are living in Madison once again. Thus we gather, outsiDe of the Festival, for the joy of music making. It is our pleasure to continue sharing this wonDerful body of music with you for the second year! less
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Notevolmente
The Vocal Ensemble Notevolmente was founDed in 2004 by a group of friends who wanted to share their Desire to sing any type of music a capella. At present the choir has 34 members.
The group’s repertoire is very eclectic: from spirituals to sacred poly... moreThe Vocal Ensemble Notevolmente was founDed in 2004 by a group of friends who wanted to share their Desire to sing any type of music a capella. At present the choir has 34 members.
The group’s repertoire is very eclectic: from spirituals to sacred polyphony, from pop music to regional and international folk songs.
The ensemble has performed in many beautiful churches and other landmarks in Rome and in Central Italy, with concerts in the most important concert halls in the capital city and festivals in many wonDerful villas and palaces scattered around the countrysiDe near Rome.
In 2007 and 2009 the choir participated with great enthusiasm in the International Choir Festival in Val Pusteria.
In the 2010 regional choir contest at Formello the choir came first in the pop category and second in the category for choral music from the 20th and 21st centuries. The choir also won a special prize for having given the best performance of the whole contest.
In 2011 the choir participated in the international cho... less
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24 Tools for your Bag of Rehearsal Tricks
Rehearse at a faster pace- When learning a slow song, pitch and line suffer because of Vocal fatigue. Speed up, or even double the tempo to learn notes. You’re reinforcing good pitch and line! Slow down the fastest tempos.
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Reflections Mixed Choir, Cornwall
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
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Music in Mocean Choir in Bondi
Music in Mocean is all about consciously encouraging individuals to come together and share and enjoy our love of music. You will be singing in a supportive environment where everyone is welcome regardless of experience or skill level.
We typically beg... moreMusic in Mocean is all about consciously encouraging individuals to come together and share and enjoy our love of music. You will be singing in a supportive environment where everyone is welcome regardless of experience or skill level.
We typically begin the class by Integrating body, mind and soul through stretches, breathing and movement so that we are totally relaxed and ready to sing and play !
We have the opportunity through the classes to hone our technical skills by learning about musical composition and Vocal technique ! less
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Columbia River Chorus
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
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Voxygen Choir Brussels
Hi all, if you like to sing and have a good time, come and join us! No experience neeDed, no audition held! We are a small English speaking pop choir with a large variety of mostly European nationalities right in the center of Brussels. We rehearse every ... moreHi all, if you like to sing and have a good time, come and join us! No experience neeDed, no audition held! We are a small English speaking pop choir with a large variety of mostly European nationalities right in the center of Brussels. We rehearse every Tuesday from 19:00 til 21:00 in the Atelier Marcel Hastir, rue du Commerce 51, 1000 Brussels. We usually do two concerts per year and like to socialize as well. Please feel free to join us and give it a try. When you come to the Atelier Marcel Hastir, the door is usually open (if not call on below mentioned number) and our rehearsing room is on the second floor. less
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Voices of Concinnity
Voices of Concinnity is our 12-voice professional Vocal ensemble of Dedicated, seasoned choral artists from diverse backgrounds who strive to cultivate the art of chamber ensemble singing.
Our mission is to connect with the community through exquisite... moreVoices of Concinnity is our 12-voice professional Vocal ensemble of Dedicated, seasoned choral artists from diverse backgrounds who strive to cultivate the art of chamber ensemble singing.
Our mission is to connect with the community through exquisitely crafted, innovative choral programming that fosters inclusion, promotes collaboration, illuminates variety, and ensures affordable access.
Through the performance of choral music dating from the Renaissance to the contemporary, Concinnity is Dedicated to illuminating the breadth of choral repertoire, including works by historically excluDed and living composers, to connect with all in the community. Concinnity focuses on individual expression within a unity of sound to create a harmonious, artful landscape of voices.
Voices of Concinnity was founDed in 2018 by Sarah Kaufold to help create affordable access for the community to experience professional-level choral music and to curate an ensemble with flexible rehearsal schedules to incluDe singers with ... less