[this is an updated version of a post which first appeared on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Last week I wrote about some of the skills needed to be able to sing in harmony. Most of them were focused on singing in a large choir. This w...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Most choirs have a long break at this time of year (whether it’s your summer or your winter).   photo by Timothy Valentine   Ap...

Founded in 2009, Fermata Town is a Boston-based Mixed vocal band and a proud member of the Contemporary A Cappella League (CAL). The group released its debut album, Hold That Thought, in 2012 which was nominated for four Contemporary A Cappella Recording ...  moreFounded in 2009, Fermata Town is a Boston-based Mixed vocal band and a proud member of the Contemporary A Cappella League (CAL). The group released its debut album, Hold That Thought, in 2012 which was nominated for four Contemporary A Cappella Recording Awards (CARAs). Winners of the three A Cappella Community Awards (ACA's), the 2013 Boston Harmony Sweepstakes Region and recipients of Best Original Song honors at the Harmony Sweepstakes National Finals, the Townies pride themselves on their original arrangements, unique sound, and the ability to maintain a healthy balance between their music and active lifestyles.  less

Mixed Choir of “Makrygiannis” Cultural Association was founded in 1980, contributing since then to the development of choral art in the city of Arta, Greece. Its repertoire includes choral music from the Middle Ages to the 21st century, works by contempor...  moreMixed Choir of “Makrygiannis” Cultural Association was founded in 1980, contributing since then to the development of choral art in the city of Arta, Greece. Its repertoire includes choral music from the Middle Ages to the 21st century, works by contemporary Greek composers, traditional songs, spirituals, etc. It has given numerous concerts in Greece, Germany, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Norway, Switzerland, Hungary, Cyprus, Turkey, and Serbia. Since 2023, the choir has been organizing annually the “Arta Sacred Music Festival” which takes places in Byzantine churches of Arta. Since November 2021, the choir has been conducted by Antonis Ververis.  less

A part of the choir's winning performance at 54th Croatian Youth Music Festival held in May 2011 in Varaždin.

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Sometimes in a small group there is just one person out of step with everyone else.   Photo by Trish Steel   In a large choir, it&rsq...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   This post is part of a series of occasional Questions and Answers. Just use the contact form if you want to submit a question.     Lind...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   Last week I wrote about how, as a singer, you can pace yourself in choir rehearsals and singing workshops.     This week I want to con...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   If a singing workshop is just a couple of hours long, then singers’ energy and concentration will probably be fine.     But for ...

[A version of this article first appeared as a post on my blog From the Front of the Choir]   There’s a lot of nonsense out there about what it takes to be a singer.     The fact is, you already are one! Let’s unpick...