Vive is a 6-part acapella group intent on re-imagining The close-harmony jazz/spiritual/acapella sound. It is made up of James Rose (Founder), Sam Robson, Emily Dankworth, Ben Cox, Martynas Vilpisauskas and Lewis Daniel, all young and talented Musicians f...  moreVive is a 6-part acapella group intent on re-imagining The close-harmony jazz/spiritual/acapella sound. It is made up of James Rose (Founder), Sam Robson, Emily Dankworth, Ben Cox, Martynas Vilpisauskas and Lewis Daniel, all young and talented Musicians from The Guildhall School of Music. Performing live on stage around London with guest singers such as Jacqui Dankworth, VIVE brings rich, diverse harmonies with a fresh, contemporary sound, taking inspiration from The legendary Take 6 and The Real Group! Their music is mainly original arrangements and compositions and what's more, The focal point is not just pop, fusion, harmony, jazz, spirituals... but a complete synThesis of all of These. They will be performing a set of originals and covers, including original compositions 'Voices', and 'Ezekiel Saw De Wheel' - The latter proclaimed "Genius" by Mervyn Warren! "YOU HAVE A GREAT BLEND" - Alvin Chea, take 6 "a very good sense for arranging harmony for voices" - Dr Dent Take 6  less

This 17-minute feature medley arranged by Roger Emerson is a salute to The music and The Musicians of The Beatles who created The songs that make up The soundtrack of our lives. It includes: All You Need Is Love, A Hard Day's Night, Here Comes The ...  moreThis 17-minute feature medley arranged by Roger Emerson is a salute to The music and The Musicians of The Beatles who created The songs that make up The soundtrack of our lives. It includes: All You Need Is Love, A Hard Day's Night, Here Comes The Sun, Imagine, The Long and Winding Road, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, She Loves You, Strawberry Fields Forever, Ticket to Ride, When I'm Sixty-Four, With a Little Help from My Friends, Yesterday Performed here by The dwsChorale  less

Do you enjoy a good sing, in great company, with excellent and good-humoured musical direction, in wonderful locations? Then this is for you! “Music Matters” was established in 2004 to provide opportunities for amateur Musicians of all ages and abil...  moreDo you enjoy a good sing, in great company, with excellent and good-humoured musical direction, in wonderful locations? Then this is for you! “Music Matters” was established in 2004 to provide opportunities for amateur Musicians of all ages and abilities to perform music and to learn more about it.Come and sing days/ provide opportunities for singers of all ages and abilities to learn a work or works and to develop Their vocal and choral technique.The emphasis is on having a good sing and good fun in a friendly environment. Visit our website for more details  less

Innismara, meaning "island in The sea" in Irish Gaelic, is an autonomous vocal chamber ensemble that fills a gap in The rich tapestry of choral music in Newfoundland and Labrador. Comprised of professionally trained Musicians, Innismara is dedicated to th...  moreInnismara, meaning "island in The sea" in Irish Gaelic, is an autonomous vocal chamber ensemble that fills a gap in The rich tapestry of choral music in Newfoundland and Labrador. Comprised of professionally trained Musicians, Innismara is dedicated to The performance of The intimate and hidden treasures of The vocal ensemble repertoire. Well-known for specializing in sacred and secular music of The Renaissance and Baroque eras, Innismara also enjoys experimenting with contemporary, pop, jazz and spiritual arrangements as well as exploring The rich folk music of Newfoundland and Labrador.  less

Noctis is a semi-professional chamber choir founded and directed by Francis Faux. The group consists of Musicians from around The South West and we perform at a wide range of venues all over The country. Our repertoire includes traditional choral music as...  moreNoctis is a semi-professional chamber choir founded and directed by Francis Faux. The group consists of Musicians from around The South West and we perform at a wide range of venues all over The country. Our repertoire includes traditional choral music as well as contemporary arrangements of popular songs, film scores and jazz standards. We are available for hire and can provide an atmosphere and presence to meet The needs of any event.  

[The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from 25 years of leading non-auditioned community choirs in The UK, as well as adult Singing workshops. My focus is on teaching by ear using a repertoire of songs from traditions across th...

[The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from 25 years of leading non-auditioned community choirs in The UK, as well as adult Singing workshops. My focus is on teaching by ear using a repertoire of songs from traditions across th...

[The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from 25 years of leading non-auditioned community choirs in The UK, as well as adult Singing workshops. My focus is on teaching by ear using a repertoire of songs from traditions across th...

[The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from 25 years of leading non-auditioned community choirs in The UK, as well as adult Singing workshops. My focus is on teaching by ear using a repertoire of songs from traditions across th...

[The views expressed in this blog are from my personal experiences from 25 years of leading non-auditioned community choirs in The UK, as well as adult Singing workshops. My focus is on teaching by ear using a repertoire of songs from traditions across th...