Got 2 Sing is an inspirational group of Community choirs across the Midlands in Stourbridge, Bewdley and Kidderminster, Wolverhampton, Worcester, Bromsgrove, Telford, Shrewsbury, Hereford and Cheltenham. We sing popular songs in at least three part harmo...  moreGot 2 Sing is an inspirational group of Community choirs across the Midlands in Stourbridge, Bewdley and Kidderminster, Wolverhampton, Worcester, Bromsgrove, Telford, Shrewsbury, Hereford and Cheltenham. We sing popular songs in at least three part harmony and add performance techniques to bring them to life. A weekly hour and a half rehearsal begins with a singing lesson and warm up that provides members with the vocal skills and techniques they need to sing amazing songs from the world of pop, rock and musical theatre including songs from Adele, Take That, Erasure and many more favourite artists. The lessons are led by our experienced choir leaders who are professional performers themselves and who are skilled at teaching singing and performance. Anyone can join! No experience necessary, there's no audition and members don't need to be able to read music - they don't even need to have a great voice - just a love of singing! Rehearsals are relaxed and fun with no pressure. Learning is by ear and demonst...    less

Set Me as a Seal, set by Daniel Pinkham. J. Steven Walker, conductor. Recorded November, 2018.

I lay my sins on Jesus, The spotless Lamb of God; He bears them all, and frees us From the accursed load, From the accursed load. I bring my guilt to Jesus, To wash my crimson stains White in His blood most precious Till not a stain remains, Ti...  moreI lay my sins on Jesus, The spotless Lamb of God; He bears them all, and frees us From the accursed load, From the accursed load. I bring my guilt to Jesus, To wash my crimson stains White in His blood most precious Till not a stain remains, Till not a stain remains. I lay my wants on Jesus, All fullness dwells in Him; He healeth my diseases He doth my soul redeem, He doth my soul redeem I long to be with Jesus, Meek, loving, lowly, mild; I long to be like Jesus The Father’s holy child, The Father’s holy child. I long to be with Jesus Amid the heav’nly throng, To sing with them His praises, And learn the angels’ song. And learn the angels’ song. GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!! AMEN!!!!!!!!  less

Awake O North Wind, set by Daniel Pinkham. J. Steven Walker, conductor. Recorded November, 2018. From the Wedding Cantata.

We are an inclusive, accessible, non-audition choir in NYC that sings a wide variety of songs from the 60s to today. Our strength is our focus on Community and making that bond stronger through music. We believe that our many voices make us all very di...  moreWe are an inclusive, accessible, non-audition choir in NYC that sings a wide variety of songs from the 60s to today. Our strength is our focus on Community and making that bond stronger through music. We believe that our many voices make us all very different people, but together, through song, we have one heartbeat.  

The purpose of Rise Up Chorus is to enrich lives through musical experiences. We are an inclusive Community that nurtures meaningful connections and human interaction. Inspiring good. Changing lives. Making music. RUC provides mentorship p...  moreThe purpose of Rise Up Chorus is to enrich lives through musical experiences. We are an inclusive Community that nurtures meaningful connections and human interaction. Inspiring good. Changing lives. Making music. RUC provides mentorship programs that foster Community among its members and encourages music-making of the highest level, understanding that music exists in all areas of our lives. Through participation in the Rise Up Chorus, participants will: Understand that we all have value Understand that WE ARE the music, not just makers of music Music isn’t limited to rehearsal and performance. Music envelops our lives and becomes who we are. We use music to do good in the world We use music for healing We use music to serve others We are a place for everyone We break down barriers and do the right thing every time. It’s okay to make mistakes… as long as we learn from them We teach life skills through music: Collaboration Apprenticeship Mentorship Part...    less

Recording: Bowling Green State University Collegiate Chorale Richard Schnipke, conductor B. Michael Perry, tenor soloist

From our 2010 Lessons and Carols Candlelight Service. We are joined by six extras (College students from ATU and OBU).

Recorded at a Hullabaloo rehearsal in November 2013. Te Aroha by Nick Prater, sung by Hullabaloo Community Quire. Musical Director Kirsty Martin.