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  • Chris Rowbury

    Effective ways to make a song more interesting for your audience

    Added June 7, 2023 by Chris Rowbury - 844 views - 0 comments

    [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 the globe. Your experiences may differ from mine, so do feel free t... read more

  • Santiago Veros

    Tips for beginning composers by Santiago Veros

    Added June 1, 2023 by Santiago Veros - 582 views - 0 comments

    This is a post with tips for beginning composers. Before being a full-time choral composer, I'm a fan of choral music. I want to constantly discover new things. So, I'm going to write down what I wish I had known when I started in this profession 10 years ago. After giving it some thought, I believe it al... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    Making the space work for you – how to cope with unusual venues

    Added May 31, 2023 by Chris Rowbury - 639 views - 0 comments

    [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 the globe. Your experiences may differ from mine, so do feel free t... read more

  • Shannon  Lythgoe

    Vancouver, Canada's celebrated Elektra Women's Choir tours the UK

    Added May 23, 2023 by Shannon Lythgoe - 369 views - 0 comments

    On its first tour to the United Kingdom, Elektra Women’s Choir, from Vancouver, Canada, presents The Lost Words: A Spell Book, a whimsical and evocative musical interpretation of the bestselling book by Cambridge author Robert Macfarlane and visual artist Jackie Morris. Their magical book’s “spells&rd... read more

  • Santiago Veros

    Calling All Choir Directors: Be Part of a Transformative Choral Project with Santiago Veros

    Added May 20, 2023 by Santiago Veros - 209 views - 0 comments

    Dear Choir Directors, Congratulations on successfully completing another semester filled with beautiful choral performances and uplifting musical experiences. As we wrap up this chapter, I invite you to take a moment to reflect on the accomplishments achieved together with your talented singers. Your dedication and pa... read more

  • Frances Wilson

    Coronation Choral Celebration at Hertfordshire Festival of Music

    Added May 19, 2023 by Frances Wilson - 252 views - 0 comments

    Saturday 10 June, 6.00pm - 7.15pm A right royal celebration with Hertford Chamber Choir, conductor Manvinder Rattan and organist William Whitehead. In honour of King Charles III’s Coronation, Hertfordshire Festival of Music presents a splendid evening of choral and organ music by composers, such as Purcell... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    Leading your first ever singing group – a complete beginner’s guide

    Added May 17, 2023 by Chris Rowbury - 478 views - 0 comments

    [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 the globe. Your experiences may differ from mine, so do feel free t... read more

  • Santiago Veros

    The piece I dedicated to the loss of my great friend. Anthony Silvestri worked his magic.

    Added May 14, 2023 by Santiago Veros - 243 views - 0 comments

    Today is a very special day for me because one of the most emotional and significant works in my repertoire, "I Will Dream With You," is premiering. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to T.J. Harper and the Loyola Marymount University Concert Choir for bringing this piece to life in such a sublime and beautiful... read more

  • PlayItForward

    Choral Workshop at Melbourne International Singers Festival

    Added May 13, 2023 by PlayItForward - 330 views - 0 comments

    Now in its 12th year, Play It Forward is proud to present Melbourne International Singers Festival with an even bigger and more diverse program for schools and community choirs, singers, teachers, musicians & conductors. JOIN US FOR THIS UNIQUE DAY OF MASTERCLASSES!  Friday, June 9, 2023 from 10:00 AM&nbs... read more

  • Chris Rowbury

    Four ways that your choir can begin a song badly – and how to correct them

    Added May 10, 2023 by Chris Rowbury - 535 views - 0 comments

    [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 the globe. Your experiences may differ from mine, so do feel free t... read more